Lesson 244: Titus 3:5
Lesson 244: Titus 3:5
Titus 3:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit,
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The Context — The History
Titus 3 contrasts former foolish, enslaved life with God's mercy. Salvation is not earned by righteous deeds but granted through rebirth-washing and Spirit-renewal.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul reminds believers of pre-Christ alienation and hatred. God saved them not by works of righteousness but by mercy, through washing of rebirth and renewing Holy Spirit.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Titus 3:4
But when the kindness of God our Savior and his love toward mankind appeared,
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Titus 3:6
whom he poured out on us richly, through Jesus Christ our Savior;
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Discussion
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How does mercy-based salvation humble pride?
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What does rebirth and renewal mean in your experience?
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How should saved people treat outsiders differently?
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