They say they know God, but with their actions they deny Him

In chapter 1, verse 16 of the letter to Titus, we see the apostle Paul mention the mission entrusted to Titus through the word of the Lord. Therefore, from the beginning of the chapter, Paul makes clear the mission and duty that Titus, a man steadfast in the faith of the Lord, was to follow.

In this letter, we can see the apostle Paul’s recommendation to Titus: to instruct and select bishops and elders who are upright in the word of the Lord, who lead a clean life, and who submit to the mission of walking under divine direction.

We cannot turn a blind eye to these situations that so concerned Paul. Therefore, he suggests certain requirements to Titus. Many claimed to know the Lord, but by their actions they denied him. Isn’t the same thing happening to some people among us today?

They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.

Titus 1:16

Undoubtedly, such people may also exist in our congregations: people who claim to know God, but whose actions and misconduct completely contradict their confession.

We, on the other hand, must act and live differently. Let us profess God not only with our mouths, but also with our hearts, displaying good conduct before Him. Let our actions speak for themselves before our mighty God and before other human beings.

Let us be different in our conduct and actions. May our lives reflect fidelity to the Lord, and may we daily make known the great mission entrusted to us.

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