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Titus 2:11-14
What Must Be Taught to Various Groups
December 25, 2026
Overview & Insights
“The grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people.” (Titus 2:11)
Although this section has affinities to several passages in both the PE and the rest of the NT, the material nonetheless appears here in a unique way. It picks up the framework of 1 Timothy 5:1–2, where people are grouped by age and sex, and in verses 2–8 fleshes out some details, not in terms of Titus’ relationship to them but of their own attitudes and conduct. The language of the details echoes that used for the overseers, deacons, and women in 1 Timothy 3:1–13 and 2:9–15. The passage then concludes in verses 9–10 with a word to slaves, reminiscent of 1 Timothy 6:1–2. Imbedded in the instructions for the younger men is a word to Titus himself (vv. 7–8), reminiscent of 1 Timothy 4:12–13.
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Commentary
Titus 2 Commentary: Teach Them How to Live Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse by verse commentary on the grace that trains us to live godly lives.
Titus 2:11-14 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
A Reformed reading of the appearing of God's grace with strong Christmas resonance.
Commentary on Titus 2:11-14 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary lectionary commentary on Titus 2:11-14 from Working Preacher.
Titus 2:11 Commentary | Precept Austin Precept Austin
Verse by verse study notes and word studies beginning at Titus 2:11.
Titus 2:11 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic and modern commentaries compiled side by side for Titus 2:11.
Background & Word Study
Book of Titus - Enter the Bible Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary background on the setting and purpose of the letter to Titus.
Book of Titus Overview BibleProject
Animated overview video tracing the message and design of the letter to Titus.
Titus 2:11 Interlinear Bible BibleHub
Greek text of Titus 2:11 with parsing, transliteration, and Strong's numbers for word study.
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Grace has appeared in Christ and trains us to live godly lives while we await the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.
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