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Titus 2:1
"But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:"
"“Sound doctrine” is Bible truth—truth that will promote piety and devotion, confirming God's people in the faith. Sound doctrine means much to the receiver; and it means much, too, to the teacher, the minister of righteousness; for wherever the gospel is preached, every laborer, whatever his line of service, is either true or untrue to his responsibility as the Lord's messenger. GW 311.2"
EGW directly references and defines "sound doctrine" as Bible truth, echoing the sentiment in Titus 2:1.
Titus 2:2-8
"That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things; That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed. Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded. In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you."
Brethren of experience should be guarded; and instead of expecting these young preachers to help and lead them, should feel a responsibility upon them to take charge of these young preachers, to instruct, advise, and lead them, to have a fatherly care for them. Young ministers should have system, a firm purpose, and a mind to work, that they may eat no man's bread for nought. They should not go from place to place, and introduce some points of our faith calculated to stir up prejudice, and leave before the evidences of present truth are half presented. Young men who think that they have a duty to do in connection with the work should not take the responsibility of teaching the truth until they have availed themselves of the privilege of being under the influence of some experienced preacher who is systematic in his work; they should learn of him as a pupil at school would learn of his teacher. They should not go hither and thither, with no definite object or matured plans to carry out …
Both passages address the roles and responsibilities of older and younger members within a religious community. Titus 2 provides general guidance for different age groups, while EGW focuses specifically on the mentorship of young ministers by experienced brethren.
Titus 2:4-5
"That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed."
"Instead of sending her children from her, that she may not be annoyed by their noise or troubled by their little wants, let the mother plan amusement or light work to employ the active hands and minds. MH 388.3"
Both passages discuss the role of women, particularly mothers, in the home. Titus 2:4-5 encourages women to love their children and be keepers at home, while the EGW passage suggests mothers should engage with their children rather than avoid them. The connection is relevant and meaningful.
It is a religious duty for every Christian girl and woman to learn at once to make good, sweet, light bread from unbolted wheat flour. Mothers should take their daughters into the kitchen with them when very young and teach them the art of cooking. The mother cannot expect her daughters to understand the mysteries of housekeeping without education. She should instruct them patiently, lovingly, and make the work as agreeable as she can by her cheerful countenance and encouraging words of approval. If they fail once, twice, or thrice, censure not. Already discouragement is doing its work and tempting them to say: “It is of no use; I can't do it.” This is not the time for censure. The will is becoming weakened. It needs the spur of encouraging, cheerful, hopeful words, as: “Never mind the mistakes you have made. You are but a learner and must expect to make blunders. Try again. Put your mind on what you are doing. Be very careful, and you will certainly succeed.” 1T 684.1 Many mothers do …
Both passages discuss the role of women in the home and the importance of teaching younger women domestic skills. Titus 2:4-5 outlines the qualities and responsibilities of women, including being keepers at home, while the EGW passage focuses on the specific skill of cooking and its importance for health and well-being. The connection is a valid thematic parallel.
"The work of the mother is sacred and important. She should teach her children, from the cradle up, habits of self-denial and self-control. Her time, in a special sense, belongs to her children. But if it is mostly occupied with the follies of this degenerate age, if society, dress, and amusements absorb her attention, her children will fail to be suitably educated. CE 176.1"
Both passages discuss the responsibilities of women, particularly mothers, in the home. EGW emphasizes the importance of mothers dedicating their time to their children's education and character development, while Titus 2 outlines the qualities and duties of women, including loving their children and being keepers at home. Both highlight the significant role of women in nurturing and guiding their families.
"Thus the first efforts of the learners are repulsed, and the first failure so cools their interest and ardor to learn that they dread another trial, and will propose to sew, knit, clean house—anything but cook. Here the mother was greatly at fault. She should have patiently instructed them that they might by practice obtain an experience which would remove the awkwardness and remedy the unskillful movements of the inexperienced worker. Here I will add extracts from Testimony , No. 10, page 392 , published in 1864: 1T 685.2"
Both passages discuss the role of women in the home and the importance of teaching young women domestic skills. Titus 2:4-5 instructs older women to teach younger women to be keepers at home, while EGW emphasizes the importance of mothers teaching their daughters to cook. The connection is thematic, focusing on the role of women and domestic skills.
"them know that it is not pleasing. They must repulse this forwardness even if they are thought to be rude. Such things should be rebuked in order to save the cause from reproach. Young women who have been converted to the truth and to God will listen to reproof and will be reformed. 1T 381.1"
Both passages address the behavior of young women and the importance of proper conduct to avoid bringing reproach upon the cause of God. Titus 2:4-5 provides specific instructions for young women, while the EGW passage discusses rebuking forwardness to prevent reproach.
"In ministry to the poor there is a wide field of service for women as well as for men. The efficient cook, the housekeeper, the seamstress, the nurse—the help of all is needed. Let the members of poor households be taught how to cook, how to make and mend their own clothing, how to nurse the sick, how to care properly for the home. Let boys and girls be thoroughly taught some useful trade or occupation. MH 194.2"
Both passages emphasize the importance of women being skilled in domestic arts and teaching those skills to others. Titus 2:4-5 focuses on teaching young women to be keepers at home, while the EGW passage encourages teaching practical skills to the poor.
Titus 2:5
"To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed."
There are very many girls who have married and have families who have but little practical knowledge of the duties devolving upon a wife and mother. They can read, and play upon an instrument of music; but they cannot cook. They cannot make good bread, which is very essential to the health of the family. They cannot cut and make garments, for they never learned how. They considered these things unessential, and in their married life they are as dependent upon someone to do these things for them as are their own little children. It is this inexcusable ignorance in regard to the most needful duties of life which makes very many unhappy families. 3T 156.2 The impression that work is degrading to fashionable life has laid thousands in the grave who might have lived. Those who perform only manual labor frequently work to excess without giving themselves periods of rest; while the intellectual class overwork the brain and suffer for want of the healthful vigor the physical labor gives. If th…
Titus 2:5 encourages women to be keepers at home and good, while EGW's passage laments the lack of practical knowledge in young women regarding household duties. The EGW passage directly amplifies the principle of women being skilled in domestic responsibilities.
"***** The minister's wife may be a great help to her husband in seeking to lighten his burden, if she keeps her own soul in the love of God. She can teach the Word to her children. She can manage her own household with economy and discretion. United with her husband she can educate her children in habits of economy, teaching them to restrict their wants. GW 203.3"
Both passages discuss the role of women in the home and their responsibilities. Titus 2:5 emphasizes being discreet, keepers at home, and obedient, while EGW highlights managing the household with economy and discretion and teaching the Word to children. There is a clear thematic overlap regarding the woman's role within the family.
"household duties, keeping your house with order, neatness, and taste. Much reading, and permitting your mind to be diverted with small things, has led to a neglect of your children and your household duties. These are the very duties which God has given you to perform. 2T 434.3"
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment of Titus 2:5 regarding women's roles in the home and household duties.
But the daughters are not the ones to be blamed wholly in this matter. The mother is at fault. She has not patiently taught her daughters how to cook. She knows that they lack knowledge in the cooking department, and therefore feels no release from the labor. She must attend to everything that requires care, thought, and attention. Young ladies should be thoroughly instructed in cooking. Whatever be their circumstances in life, here is knowledge which may be put to a practical use. It is a branch of education which has the most direct influence upon human life, especially the lives of those held most dear. Many a wife and mother who has not had the right education and lacks skill in the cooking department is daily presenting her family with ill-prepared food which is steadily and surely destroying the digestive organs, making a poor quality of blood, and frequently bringing on acute attacks of inflammatory disease and causing premature death. Many have been brought to their death by ea…
Both passages discuss the roles and responsibilities of women in the home. EGW's passage focuses on the practical skills and training needed, while Titus 2:5 emphasizes qualities like being keepers at home and obedient. There's a clear thematic overlap in defining appropriate roles for women.
God is displeased with disorder, slackness, and a lack of thoroughness, in anyone. These deficiencies are serious evils and tend to wean the affections of the husband from the wife when the husband loves order, well- disciplined children, and a well-regulated house. A wife and mother cannot make home agreeable and happy unless she possesses a love for order, preserves her dignity, and has good government; therefore all who fail on these points should begin at once to educate themselves in this direction and cultivate the very things wherein is their greatest lack. Discipline will do much for those who are lacking in these essential qualifications. Sister R gives up to these failings, and thinks that she cannot do otherwise than she does. After she has made a trial, and fails to see decided improvement in herself, she is discouraged. This must not be. The happiness of herself and her family depend upon her arousing herself, and working with earnestness and zeal to make a decided reforma…
Both passages discuss the roles and responsibilities of women in the home and family, emphasizing order, obedience, and maintaining a good reputation. EGW expands on the practical implications of these principles.
Your wife has been no special help to you, but rather a hindrance. Had she received and heeded the testimonies given her more than two years ago she would now be a strong helper with you in the gospel. But she has not received and really acted upon that testimony. Had she done this, her course would have been entirely different. She has not been consecrated to God. She loves her ease, shuns burdens, and does not deny herself. She indulges in indolence, and her example is not worthy of imitation, but is an injury to the cause of God. At times she exerts a strong influence over you, especially if she feels homesick or discontented. Again, in church affairs she has an influence over you. She forms her opinion of this brother or that sister, and expresses dislike or strong attachment, while it has frequently been the case that the very ones she takes into her heart have been a source of great trial to the church. Her unconsecrated state leads her to feel very strong attachments to those wh…
The EGW passage describes the wife's shortcomings in fulfilling her role, which aligns with the qualities of a virtuous woman described in Titus 2:5. The emphasis on being a helper, keeper at home, and obedient reflects similar themes in both passages.
"Many of the branches of study that consume the student's time are not essential to usefulness or happiness; but it is essential for every youth to have a thorough acquaintance with everyday duties. If need be, a young woman can dispense with a knowledge of French and algebra, or even of the piano; but it is indispensable that she learn to make good bread, to fashion neatly-fitting garments, and to perform efficiently the many duties that pertain to homemaking. Ed 216.1"
Both passages emphasize the importance of women being skilled in domestic duties. Titus 2:5 encourages women to be 'keepers at home,' while the EGW passage specifies skills like bread-making and garment-making.
"There is a class of young ladies in this age who are merely useless creatures, only good to breathe, eat, wear, chat, and talk nonsense, while they hold in their fingers a bit of embroidery or crochet. But few of the youth show real sound judgment and good common sense. They lead a butterfly life with no special object in view. When this class of worldly associates get together, about all you can hear is a few silly remarks about dress, or some frivolous matter, and then they laugh at their own remarks which they consider very bright. This is frequently done in the presence of older persons, who can but feel saddened at such lack of reverence for their years. These youth seem to have lost all sense of modesty and good manners. Yet the manner in which they have been instructed leads them to think it the height of gentility. 1T 394.2"
Both passages touch on the expected behavior of women. EGW criticizes the lack of discretion and good manners in young ladies, while Titus 2:5 encourages women to be discreet, chaste, and keepers at home. There is a thematic overlap in the expectations of proper conduct.
Titus 2:6
"Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded."
John writes: “I have written unto you, young men, because ye are strong, and the word of God abideth in you, and ye have overcome the wicked one.” [ 1 John 2:14 .] And Paul exhorts Timothy to bid the young men to “be sober-minded.” [ Titus 2:6 .] Elevate your soul to be as was Daniel, a loyal, steadfast servant of the Lord of hosts. Ponder well the path of your feet; for you are standing on holy ground, and the angels of God are about you. It is right that you should feel that you must climb to the highest round of the educational ladder. Philosophy and history are important studies; but your sacrifice of time and money will avail nothing, if you do not use your attainments for the honor of God and the good of humanity. Unless the knowledge of science is a stepping stone to the attainment of the highest purposes, it is worthless. The education that does not furnish knowledge as enduring as eternity, is of no purpose. Unless you keep heaven and the future, immortal life before you, your…
EGW directly quotes Titus 2:6.
"And it was not enough that the promised child should receive a good legacy from the parents. This must be followed by careful training, and the formation of right habits. God directed that the future judge and deliverer of Israel should be trained to strict temperance from infancy. He was to be a Nazarite from his birth, thus being placed under a perpetual prohibition against the use of wine or strong drink. The lessons of temperance, self- denial, and self-control, are to be taught to children even from babyhood.— Patriarchs and Prophets, 561, 562 . CE 233.3"
Both passages encourage sober-mindedness, particularly in young people. While the EGW passage focuses on temperance in childhood, and Titus 2:6 addresses young men, the underlying principle of self-control and moderation connects them.
Titus 2:6-8
"Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded. In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you."
"To Titus he wrote: “Young men likewise exhort to be sober-minded. In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine showing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.” Titus 2:6-8 . AA 369.2"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:6-8 in this passage.
"Paul's writings show that the gospel minister should be an example of the truths that he teaches, “giving no offense in anything, that the ministry be not blamed.” [ 2 Corinthians 6:3 .] To Titus he wrote, “Young men likewise exhort to be sober-minded. In all things showing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine showing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.” [ Titus 2:6-8 .] GW 60.2"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:6-8 in this passage.
Brethren of experience should be guarded; and instead of expecting these young preachers to help and lead them, should feel a responsibility upon them to take charge of these young preachers, to instruct, advise, and lead them, to have a fatherly care for them. Young ministers should have system, a firm purpose, and a mind to work, that they may eat no man's bread for nought. They should not go from place to place, and introduce some points of our faith calculated to stir up prejudice, and leave before the evidences of present truth are half presented. Young men who think that they have a duty to do in connection with the work should not take the responsibility of teaching the truth until they have availed themselves of the privilege of being under the influence of some experienced preacher who is systematic in his work; they should learn of him as a pupil at school would learn of his teacher. They should not go hither and thither, with no definite object or matured plans to carry out …
Both passages address the conduct and character of young ministers, emphasizing the need for sound doctrine, good works, and a sober mind.
Titus 2:7-8
"In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you."
"Men who are engaged in giving the last message of warning to the world, a message which is to decide the destiny of souls, should make a practical application in their own lives of the truths they preach to others. They should be examples to the people in their eating, in their drinking, and in their chaste conversation and deportment. Gluttony, indulgence of the baser passions, and grievous sins are hidden under the garb of sanctity by many professed representatives of Christ throughout our world. There are men of excellent natural ability whose labor does not accomplish half what it might if they were temperate in all things. Indulgence of appetite and passion beclouds the mind, lessens physical strength, and weakens moral power. Their thoughts are not clear. Their words are not spoken in power, are not vitalized by the Spirit of God so as to reach the hearts of the hearers. 3T 490.3"
The EGW passage emphasizes the importance of leaders being examples in their conduct and doctrine, mirroring the principle in Titus 2:7-8 about being a pattern of good works and sound speech.
"to the people, warning and reproving, correcting and comforting, as the case may require. God's representatives upon earth should be in daily communion with Him. Their words should be select, their speech sound. The haphazard words frequently used by ministers who preach not the gospel in sincerity should be forever discarded. 2T 706.3"
Both passages emphasize the importance of sound speech and sincerity in doctrine. EGW's call for 'select' and 'sound' words directly reflects the idea of 'sound speech that cannot be condemned' in Titus.
"***** The minister of Christ should be a man of prayer, a man of piety; cheerful, but never coarse and rough, jesting or frivolous. A spirit of frivolity may be in keeping with the profession of clowns and theatrical performers, but it is altogether beneath the dignity of a man who is chosen to stand between the living and the dead, and to be a mouthpiece for God. GW 132.1"
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle in Titus 2:7-8, emphasizing the importance of a minister's gravity, sincerity, and sound speech. Both passages stress the need for ministers to be examples of good works and to avoid behaviors that could bring reproach.
"the ministry. The minister's attitude should be in harmony with the holy truths he proclaims. His words should be in every respect earnest and well chosen. GW 172.1"
Both passages emphasize the importance of a minister's conduct and speech being in line with the teachings they proclaim. Titus 2:7-8 speaks of being a pattern of good works, showing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, and sound speech. The EGW passage similarly stresses the minister's attitude and the need for earnest and well-chosen words.
"and gravity out of the pulpit. These things counteract your pulpit labor. 1T 434.3"
Both passages emphasize the importance of seriousness and decorum, particularly for religious leaders. Titus 2:7-8 speaks of 'gravity' and 'sincerity' in doctrine, while the EGW passage criticizes 'gravity out of the pulpit.' The connection is more than just a shared word; it's a shared concern for the appropriate demeanor of a minister.
Titus 2:8
"Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you."
"It is the work of parents to train their children to proper habits of speech. The very best school for this culture is the home life. From the earliest years the children should be taught to speak respectfully and lovingly to their parents and to one another. They should be taught that only words of gentleness, truth, and purity must pass their lips. Let the parents themselves be daily learners in the school of Christ. Then by precept and example they can teach their children the use of “sound speech, that cannot be condemned.” Titus 2:8 . This is one of the greatest and most responsible of their duties. COL 337.4"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:8 in this passage.
Titus 2:10
"Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things."
"the pollution that is in the world through lust, you must adorn the Christian profession in all things. 4T 37.3"
Both passages discuss adorning Christian life/doctrine. Titus 2:10 speaks of adorning the doctrine of God through good fidelity, while EGW speaks of adorning the Christian profession by avoiding pollution through lust. The principle of adorning Christian life is present in both.
Titus 2:11
"For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,"
"“‘For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men’—and I venture to say that no living person in this generation has ever held up more insistently the grace of God for the salvation of men than has she—’teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.’ LS 453.4"
The EGW passage directly quotes Titus 2:11, making it a clear and explicit allusion. The surrounding text further reinforces the connection by discussing the grace of God and its impact on people's lives.
"In the days of Christ the religious leaders of the people felt that they were rich in spiritual treasure. The prayer of the Pharisee, “God, I thank Thee, that I am not as the rest of men” ( Luke 18:11 , R.V.), expressed the feeling of his class and, to a great degree, of the whole nation. But in the throng that surrounded Jesus there were some who had a sense of their spiritual poverty. When in the miraculous draft of fishes the divine power of Christ was revealed, Peter fell at the Saviour's feet, exclaiming, “Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord” ( Luke 5:8 ); so in the multitude gathered upon the mount there were souls who, in the presence of His purity, felt that they were “wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked” ( Revelation 3:17 ); and they longed for “the grace of God that bringeth salvation” ( Titus 2:11 ). In these souls, Christ's words of greeting awakened hope; they saw that their lives were under the benediction of God. MB 6.2"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:11 in this passage.
"“Ye are the salt of the earth.”— Matthew 5:13 . Salt is valued for its preservative properties; and when God calls His children salt, He would teach them that His purpose in making them the subjects of His grace is that they may become agents in saving others. The object of God in choosing a people before all the world was not only that He might adopt them as His sons and daughters, but that through them the world might receive the grace that bringeth salvation. Titus 2:11 . When the Lord chose Abraham, it was not simply to be the special friend of God, but to be a medium of the peculiar privileges the Lord desired to bestow upon the nations. Jesus, in that last prayer with His disciples before His crucifixion, said, “For their sakes I sanctify Myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth.” John 17:19 . In like manner Christians who are purified through the truth will possess saving qualities that preserve the world from utter moral corruption. MB 35"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:11 in this passage.
Titus 2:11-12
"For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;"
"they may have grace to deal honestly and faithfully in all things. SC 103.2"
Both passages connect grace with righteous living. Titus 2:11-12 speaks of grace teaching us to live righteously, and the EGW quote speaks of having grace to deal honestly and faithfully. The connection is thematic and meaningful.
Titus 2:11-14
"For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works."
"“Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; as obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: but as He which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation.” 1 Peter 1:13-15 . “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works,” Titus 2:11-14 . CT 330.2"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:11-14 in this passage.
"Those who labor for souls must attain to a deeper, fuller, clearer knowledge of God than can be gained by ordinary effort. They must throw all their energies into the work of the Master. They are engaged in a high and holy calling, and if they gain souls for their hire they must lay firm hold upon God, daily receiving grace and power from the Source of all blessing. “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” Titus 2:11-14 . AA 205.3"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:11-14 in this passage.
Titus 2:12
"Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;"
"we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” 1T 507.2"
The EGW passage directly quotes Titus 2:12.
"The law, obeyed, leads men to deny “ungodliness and worldly lusts,” and to “live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.” Titus 2:12 . But the enemy of all righteousness has taken the world captive and has led men and women to disobey the law. As Paul foresaw, multitudes have turned from the plain, searching truths of God's word and have chosen teachers who present to them the fables they desire. Many among both ministers and people are trampling under their feet the commandments of God. Thus the Creator of the world is insulted, and Satan laughs in triumph at the success of his devices. AA 505.2"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:12 in this passage.
"Titus 2:12 : “Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world.” 1T 285.3"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:12 in this passage.
"Both by precept and example, the young should be taught simplicity of dress and manners, industry, sobriety, and economy. Many students are extravagant in spending the means furnished them by their parents. They try to show themselves superior to their associates by a lavish use of money for display and self- indulgence. In some institutions of learning, this matter has been regarded of so great consequence that the dress of the student is prescribed and his use of money limited by law. But indulgent parents and indulged students will find some way to evade the law. We would resort to no such means. We ask Christian parents to take all these matters under careful, prayerful consideration, to seek counsel from the word of God, and then endeavor to act in accordance with its teachings. CE 244.1"
Both passages encourage sober living and the rejection of worldly desires. Titus 2:12 provides the general principle, while the EGW passage applies this principle to the context of students avoiding extravagance and self-indulgence.
Titus 2:13
"Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;"
"we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” 1T 507.2"
The EGW passage directly quotes Titus 2:13.
"“The thoughts of the coming of the Lord,” said Baxter, “are most sweet and joyful to me.”—Richard Baxter, Works, vol. 17, p. 555. “It is the work of faith and the character of His saints to love His appearing and to look for that blessed hope.” “If death be the last enemy to be destroyed at the resurrection, we may learn how earnestly believers should long and pray for the second coming of Christ, when this full and final conquest shall be made.”— Ibid., vol. 17, p. 500. “This is the day that all believers should long, and hope, and wait for, as being the accomplishment of all the work of their redemption, and all the desires and endeavors of their souls.” “Hasten, O Lord, this blessed day!”— Ibid., vol. 17, pp. 182, 183. Such was the hope of the apostolic church, of the “church in the wilderness,” and of the Reformers. GC 303.4"
Both passages emphasize the importance of looking forward to and longing for the second coming of Christ. The EGW passage quotes Baxter on the joy of the Lord's coming, while Titus 2:13 speaks of 'looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing.'
"***** The blessed hope of the second appearing of Christ, with its solemn realities, needs to be often presented to the people. Looking for the soon appearing of our Lord will lead us to regard earthly things as emptiness and nothingness. 6T 406.2"
EGW uses the phrase "blessed hope of the second appearing of Christ," which is a direct allusion to Titus 2:13. The confidence is increased due to the clear and specific language used.
"We both felt strengthened by this conversation, and resolved that we would not be turned from our honest convictions of truth, and the blessed hope of Christ's soon coming in the clouds of heaven. We were thankful that we could discern the precious light, and rejoice in looking for the coming of the Lord. LS 45.3"
Both passages explicitly mention 'the blessed hope' and looking forward to Christ's coming. The EGW passage describes the personal experience of holding this hope, while Titus 2:13 is a theological statement. The connection is strong.
Titus 2:13-14
"Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works."
"moving upon the hearts of those who are loyal, to exalt the law, and to lift up Jesus as a complete Saviour. Unless divine power is brought into the experience of the people of God, false theories and ideas will take minds captive, Christ and His righteousness will be dropped out of the experience of many, and their faith will be without power or life. GW 161.3"
Both passages discuss Christ's sacrifice and its purpose of redeeming and purifying a people. EGW emphasizes the importance of Christ and His righteousness, while Titus speaks of Christ giving Himself to redeem us from iniquity and purify a people zealous of good works. The connection is thematic, focusing on redemption and purity through Christ.
Titus 2:13-15
"Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee."
"How frequently ancient Israel rebelled, and how often they were visited with judgments, and thousands slain, because they would not heed the commands of God who had chosen them! The Israel of God in these last days are in constant danger of mingling with the world and losing all signs of being the chosen people of God. Read again Titus 2:13-15 . We are here brought down to the last days, when God is purifying unto Himself a peculiar people. Shall we provoke Him as did ancient Israel? Shall we bring His wrath upon us by departing from Him and mingling with the world, and following the abominations of the nations around us? 1T 283.3"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:13-15 in this passage.
"The world is ripening for its destruction. God can bear with sinners but a little longer. They must drink the dregs of the cup of His wrath unmixed with mercy. Those who will be heirs of God, and joint heirs with Christ to the immortal inheritance, will be peculiar. Yes, so peculiar that God places a mark upon them as His, wholly His. Think ye that God will receive, honor, and acknowledge a people so mixed up with the world that they differ from them only in name? Read again Titus 2:13-15 . It is soon to be known who is on the Lord's side, who will not be ashamed of Jesus. Those who have not moral courage to conscientiously take their position in the face of unbelievers, leave the fashions of the world, and imitate the self-denying life of Christ, are ashamed of Him, and do not love His example. 1T 287.1"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:13-15 in this passage.
Titus 2:14
"Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works."
"we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” 1T 507.2"
The EGW passage directly quotes Titus 2:14.
"The rending of the kingdom was but the beginning of a wonderful history, wherein are revealed the long- sufferance and tender mercy of God. From the crucible of affliction through which they were to pass because of hereditary and cultivated tendencies to evil, those whom God was seeking to purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works, were finally to acknowledge: PK 97.1"
EGW directly alludes to Titus 2:14, referencing God's desire to purify a peculiar people zealous of good works.
"observing the Sabbath and praying morning and evening are not positive evidences that we are Christians. These outward forms may all be strictly observed, and yet true godliness be lacking. Titus 2:14 : “Who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works .” All who profess to be Christ's followers should have command of their own spirit, not allowing themselves to speak fretfully or impatiently. The husband and father should check that impatient word he is about to utter. He should study the effect of his words, lest they leave sadness and a blight. 1T 305.1"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:14 in this passage.
"Jesus is coming; and will He find a people conformed to the world? and will He acknowledge these as His people that He has purified unto Himself? Oh, no. None but the pure and holy will He acknowledge as His. Those who have been purified and made white through suffering, and have kept themselves separate, unspotted from the world, He will own as His. 1T 133.1"
The EGW passage directly echoes the language of Titus 2:14, particularly the phrase 'purified unto Himself a peculiar people.'
Christ has chosen us out of the world, that we might be a peculiar and holy people. He “gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto Himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.” God's workers must be men of prayer, diligent students of the Scriptures, hungering and thirsting after righteousness, that they may be a light and strength to others. Our God is a jealous God; and He requires us to worship Him in spirit and in truth, in the beauty of holiness. The psalmist says: “If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me.” As workers we must take heed to our ways. If the psalmist could not be heard if he regarded iniquity in his heart, how can the prayers of men now be heard while iniquity is regarded by them? 5T 591.3 After the passing of the time in 1844, fanaticism came into the ranks of Adventists. God gave messages of warning to stay the incoming evil. There was too great familiarity between some men and women. I presented to them…
EGW directly quotes Titus 2:14.
"Diet Our habits of eating and drinking show whether we are of the world or among the number whom the Lord by His mighty cleaver of truth has separated from the world. These are His peculiar people, zealous of good works. God has spoken in His word. In the case of Daniel and his three companions there are sermons upon health reform. God has spoken in the history of the children of Israel, from whom for their good He sought to withhold a flesh diet. He fed them with bread from heaven; “man did eat angels' food.” But they encouraged their earthly appetite; and the more they centered their thoughts upon the fleshpots of Egypt, the more they hated the food which God gave them to keep them in health physically, mentally, and morally. They longed for the fleshpots, and in this they did just as many in our own time have done. 6T 372"
Both passages refer to God's people being a 'peculiar people, zealous of good works' and being set apart from the world.
Titus 2:15
"These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee."
Those whom God has set apart as ministers of righteousness have solemn responsibilities laid upon them to reprove the sins of the people. Paul commanded Titus: “These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.” There are ever those who will despise the one who dares to reprove sin; but there are times when reproof must be given. Paul directs Titus to rebuke a certain class sharply, that they may be sound in the faith. Men and women who, with their different organizations, are brought together in church capacity have peculiarities and faults. As these are developed, they will require reproof. If those who are placed in important positions never reproved, never rebuked, there would soon be a demoralized condition of things that would greatly dishonor God. But how shall the reproof be given? Let the apostle answer: “With all long- suffering and doctrine.” Principle should be brought to bear upon the one who needs reproof, but never should the wrongs …
EGW directly quotes Titus 2:15.
"Those who profess to be Christians amid the perils of the last days, and do not imitate the humble, self- denying Pattern, place themselves in the enemy's ranks. He considers them his subjects, and they serve as important a purpose for him as do any of his subjects, for they have a name to live, and are dead. Others take them as an example, and by following them lose heaven, when, had these not professed to be Christians, their example would have been shunned. These unconsecrated professors are not aware of the weight of their influence. They make the conflict much more severe for those who would be God's peculiar people. Paul, in Titus 2:15 , refers to the people who are looking for the appearing of Christ. He says: “These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.” 1T 276.1"
Ellen White directly references Titus 2:15 in this passage.
"Ministers of Christ should arise and engage in the work of God with all their energies. God's servants are not excused if they shun pointed testimony. They should reprove and rebuke wrong, and not suffer sin upon a brother. I must here introduce a portion of a letter addressed to Brother C: 1T 213.2"
Both passages emphasize the importance of ministers speaking out against wrong and rebuking sin with authority. The EGW passage directly calls for ministers to reprove and rebuke wrong, echoing the sentiment in Titus 2:15.
From the commencement of our labors we have been called to bear a plain, pointed testimony, to reprove wrongs and spare not. And all the way there have been those who have stood in opposition to our testimony, and have followed after to speak smooth things, daub with untempered mortar, and destroy the influence of our labors. The Lord would rein us up to bear reproof, and then individuals would step right in between us and the people to make our testimony of no effect. Many visions have been given to the effect that we must not shun to declare the counsel of the Lord, but must occupy a position to stir up the people of God, for they are asleep in their sins. But few have sympathized with us, while many have sympathized with the wrong and with those who have been reproved. These things crushed us, and we felt that we had no testimony to bear in the church. We knew not in whom to confide. As all these things forced themselves upon us, hope died within us. We retired to rest about midnigh…
The EGW passage describes her calling to deliver a pointed testimony and reprove wrongs, which aligns with the principle in Titus 2:15 to speak, exhort, and rebuke with authority. The EGW passage illustrates the practical application of this principle in her own ministry, facing opposition and challenges in delivering God's message.
"them know that it is not pleasing. They must repulse this forwardness even if they are thought to be rude. Such things should be rebuked in order to save the cause from reproach. Young women who have been converted to the truth and to God will listen to reproof and will be reformed. 1T 381.1"
Both passages encourage rebuke with authority. The EGW passage emphasizes the need to 'repulse' forwardness, while Titus 2:15 instructs to 'rebuke with all authority.' The underlying principle of authoritative correction is present in both.