2. Then they will have the hope of eternal life that God promised long ago. And God never tells a lie!
3. So, at the proper time, God our Saviour gave this message and told me to announce what he had said.
4. Titus, because of our faith, you are like a son to me. I pray that God our Father and Christ Jesus our Saviour will be kind to you and will bless you with peace!
5. I left you in Crete to do what had been left undone and to appoint leaders for the churches in each town. As I told you,
6. they must have a good reputation and be faithful in marriage. Their children must be followers of the Lord and not have a reputation for being wild and disobedient.
7. Church officials are in charge of God's work, and so they must also have a good reputation. They must not be bossy, quick-tempered, heavy drinkers, bullies, or dishonest in business.