Placement in the Holy Bible:

• Seventeenth book of the New Testament

Author:

• Paul, who wrote this letter to provide guidance to Titus on church leadership and administration.

Intended Audience:

• Titus, who is the leader of the church in Crete, and all Christians interested in church leadership, true teachings, and proper conduct.

Purpose:

• To provide necessary guidelines for church administration and leadership.
• To confirm true teachings and oppose false teachings.
• To guide church members on principles of morality and proper conduct.

Key Themes:

• Church Administration and Leadership: Guidelines for church leadership, confirmation of qualifications, and rules for administration.
• True Teachings and False Teachings: Confirmation of true religious teachings and opposition to false teachings.
• Morality and Conduct: Personal morality, proper conduct, and guidance for church members.

Major Sections:

1. Church Leadership and Administration (Chapter 1): Instructions on qualifications for church leadership and administrative roles.
2. True Teachings and False Teachings (Chapter 2): Confirmation of true religious teachings and opposition to false teachings.
3. Morality and Conduct (Chapter 3): Personal morality, proper conduct, and rules for the behaviour of church members.

Structure:

1. Chapter 1: Guidelines for church leadership and administration, and confirmation of qualifications.
2. Chapter 2: Confirmation of true teachings and opposition to false teachings.
3. Chapter 3: Guidance on personal morality, proper conduct, and behaviour for church members.

Characteristics:

• Church Administration and Leadership: Clear guidelines and descriptions of qualifications for leadership and administration.
• True Teachings and False Teachings: Confirmation of true teachings and opposition to false teachings.
• Morality and Conduct: Moral guidance and rules for personal conduct and behaviour for church members.