New Testament · 1st century
Titus
Who was Titus?
Titus was a Gentile coworker of Paul, sent to organize the churches on the island of Crete.
RoleTrusted coworker of Paul
Era1st century
BackgroundGreek convert
Mission fieldCrete
MentorPaul
A Greek convert, Titus became one of Paul’s most dependable helpers, sent on delicate missions to the church in Corinth and trusted with collecting aid for the poor.
Paul left him in Crete to “put in order what was left unfinished” and to appoint leaders, then wrote him a letter on sound teaching and godly living.
Titus stands as a model of faithful, practical service.
Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)
2 Corinthians 8:23 “As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you. As for our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, to the glory of Christ.” Titus 1:5 “The reason I left you in Crete was that you would set in order what was unfinished and appoint elders in every town, as I directed you.”
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Original BibleDawn profile. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy. Scripture quoted from the public-domain Berean Standard Bible.