Titus 1:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Titus 1:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Titus 1:16 is a verse from the book of Titus in the New Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Titus 1:16 — NIV
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Cross-References for Titus 1:16
““Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.”
Highlights the importance of actions aligning with profession of faith.
“Whoever says, “I know him,” but does not do what he commands is a liar, and the truth is not in that person.”
Links to the idea that claiming to know God requires obedience.
“having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.”
Similar concept of outward appearance not matching inner reality.
“As it is written: “God’s name is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.””
Links to the idea that the actions of believers reflect on God's reputation.
“The Lord says: “These people come near to me with their mouths and honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. Their worship of me is based on merely human rules they have been taught.”
Highlights the hypocrisy of honoring God with words while the heart is distant.
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