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“That the aged men be sober…The aged women likewise… Titus 2:2a-3a Sobriety is a difficult topic of discussion for me. I’ve never tasted an intoxicating beverage and my parents didn’t drink. Yet, I have heartfelt compassion for those who have succumbed to the tragic consequences of intoxication. While my limited knowledge hinders my ability to relate to the addictive attraction to drinking or ...

“But speak thou the thingswhich become sound doctrine:That the aged men be… …The aged women be likewise…”Titus 2:1, 2a, & 3a I find Titus 2 to be a fascinating, challenging, and inspiring chapter in the Bible. Maybe it’s because I’m a “things-to-do list” kind of gurl. I like things spelled out so I know what to do next and when to get it done. I also love checking the task off when it’s ...

“The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviouras becometh holiness,” Titus 2:3 Ugh. Being good is tough, and behaving like we should, privately or publicly, can be a daily struggle. I guess that’s why I like the start of a new year. It’s a good time to hit refresh on bad behaviors, failed endeavors and unfinished tasks. It’s an opportunity to regroup and restart healthy habits. God was so ...

“Rejoice in the LORD, ye righteous; and give thanks at the remembrance of His holiness.” Psalm 97:12 God is holy. That seems like such a simple statement, but in reality, it’s a deeply profound truth. I’ve read about it in Scripture and heard it proclaimed in sermons. I’ve accepted and believed it. However, as I began to focus more on this thought, I realized how often I’ve overlooked the depth ...

"For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that ye shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ."  2 Peter 1:8 Faith goes beyond believing in Jesus and accepting Him as our Savior. Just knowing Him isn’t the extent of our faith. Knowledge is of little benefit if it produces no fruit in our lives. When we expend energy and invest resources ...