Titus 3:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Titus 3:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Titus 3:1 is a verse from the book of Titus in the New Testament. The NIV reads: "Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good," Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Titus 3:1 — NIV
“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good,”
— Titus 3:1 (NIV)
Cross-References for Titus 3:1
“Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.”
Similar command to be subject to rulers and authorities.
“Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority,”
Parallel instruction on submitting to governing authorities.
“"So give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s."”
Underlying principle of respecting earthly authority.
“to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.”
Immediate continuation of thought in the following verse.
“So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man.”
Related idea of conducting oneself with integrity before authorities.
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