(Titus 3:8)
Actions speak louder than words.
Don’t judge a book by its cover.
The early bird catches the worm.
Practice makes perfect.
Better late than never.
No these don’t originate from Paul. But this does:-
“This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.” (Titus 3:8)
I’ve been thinking this morning of “This is a trustworthy saying”. I think Paul is wanting Titus and the churches to build their lives on it. To not only memorise it but to do it.
With the loudness of so many voices crowding the church today it is time for trustworthy sayings!
He has 3 more, written to his other spiritual son and all being “trustworthy” :-
- “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.” 1 Timothy 1:15.
- “Godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:8.
- “If we have died with him, we will also live with him.” 2 Timothy 2:11
- And this one today …”so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to do good works.”
4 trustworthy sayings to build our lives on. Can you memorise them? Can you apply them to your life?
Missions Paul 