R³ Devotional - Day 353
R³ Devotional - Day 353 - Titus 1
By: Anderson Baptist Church
In Titus 1, the Apostle Paul provides a blueprint for leadership during a time of transition and "setting things in order."
Real Life Principle.
Character-First Leadership.
Paul emphasizes that the health of the church depends not on the charisma or speed of its leaders, but on their integrity and spiritual maturity.
In verses 5–9, Paul lists the qualifications for elders. The overarching theme is that who a leader is matters far more than what a leader does. Before a leader can manage the "business" of the church, they must demonstrate self-control and devotion in their private life.
Relevant Applications
Prioritize Integrity over Efficiency:
During a transition, there is a temptation to fill vacant seats quickly. This principle warns that a "quick fix" with the wrong person is more damaging than a "slow wait" for the right one.
Model the "Blameless" Life: In a transition, trust is often low. By focusing on leaders who are "blameless" (v. 6), the church slowly rebuilds its foundation on a bedrock of trust rather than a cult of personality.
Ready Action Steps
1. Audit the "Incompletes." Identify what was "left unfinished" (v. 5) before rushing into new visions. = Stability.
2. Vet by Values. Use Titus 1:6–9 as a literal checklist for any new leaders. = Quality.
3. Silence the Noise. Address "empty talk" (v. 10) directly and firmly with the truth of the Word to prevent division. = Peace.
4. Practice. "Slow Discernment.” Intentionally observe the fruit of all leaders. = Patience.
Titus 1:5
"The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in order what was left unfinished..."
This suggests that the church at Crete was going through a transition period. Transition isn't just about moving forward; it’s about strengthening what already exists so that the future has a place to stand.
Real Life Principle.
Character-First Leadership.
Paul emphasizes that the health of the church depends not on the charisma or speed of its leaders, but on their integrity and spiritual maturity.
In verses 5–9, Paul lists the qualifications for elders. The overarching theme is that who a leader is matters far more than what a leader does. Before a leader can manage the "business" of the church, they must demonstrate self-control and devotion in their private life.
Relevant Applications
Prioritize Integrity over Efficiency:
During a transition, there is a temptation to fill vacant seats quickly. This principle warns that a "quick fix" with the wrong person is more damaging than a "slow wait" for the right one.
- The Leader is like a "Protective Anchor": Verses 10–11 describe "rebellious people" and "empty talkers." A leader with high character acts as a stabilizer, protecting the congregation from the confusion and gossip that often swirl during times of change.
Model the "Blameless" Life: In a transition, trust is often low. By focusing on leaders who are "blameless" (v. 6), the church slowly rebuilds its foundation on a bedrock of trust rather than a cult of personality.
Ready Action Steps
1. Audit the "Incompletes." Identify what was "left unfinished" (v. 5) before rushing into new visions. = Stability.
2. Vet by Values. Use Titus 1:6–9 as a literal checklist for any new leaders. = Quality.
3. Silence the Noise. Address "empty talk" (v. 10) directly and firmly with the truth of the Word to prevent division. = Peace.
4. Practice. "Slow Discernment.” Intentionally observe the fruit of all leaders. = Patience.
Titus 1:5
"The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in order what was left unfinished..."
This suggests that the church at Crete was going through a transition period. Transition isn't just about moving forward; it’s about strengthening what already exists so that the future has a place to stand.
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