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
4But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared,
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Titus 3:6
6whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior,
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Discussion
- How does mercy-based salvation humble pride?
- What does rebirth and renewal mean in your experience?
- How should saved people treat outsiders differently?