Titus
Gentile Greek (Galatians 2:3) · Early Church · New Testament
- Role
- Greek co-worker of Paul; left to set the church in Crete in order
- When
- c. AD 49-60s
What they did
He went with Paul and Barnabas to Jerusalem, comforted Paul with news from Corinth, organised the collection for the saints, and was left in Crete to ordain elders; Paul's letter to Titus was written to him.
Why it matters: the purpose of their role
Though a Greek, he was not compelled to be circumcised, a living proof that Gentiles are accepted by faith in Christ without the law.
But neither Titus, who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised: Galatians 2:3 (KJV)
Bible references
Then fourteen years after I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, and took Titus with me also. Galatians 2:1 (KJV)
But neither Titus, who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised: Galatians 2:3 (KJV)
Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; 2 Corinthians 7:6 (KJV)
Whether any do enquire of Titus, he is my partner and fellowhelper concerning you: or our brethren be enquired of, they are the messengers of the churches, and the glory of Christ. 2 Corinthians 8:23 (KJV)
To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: Titus 1:4-5 (KJV)
Family
Paul calls him 'mine own son after the common faith' (Titus 1:4).