Titus 2:11–14 (NRSV)
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Verse 11For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, Verse 12training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, Verse 13while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. Verse 14He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.
Devotion
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” (Titus 2:11-13)
Advent and the time before Christmas are a time of intense preparation, both in our homes and in our congregations. But what about our own, personal preparations for the coming of Christ? Are our hearts and lives ready for the birth of our Savior? Titus reminds us that in this present world we are called to live lives worthy of the name that we have been given—child of God. What are your own personal, spiritual preparations for Christmas? Don’t let these get lost in the rest of the busyness that can so easily consume these days.
Prayer
Transform us Lord, into the people worthy of your name. Help us to make our lives ready for the coming of your Son. Amen.