But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior. Titus 3:4-6
Sometimes I read the scripture I chose and realize there is nothing more to be said. All I am going to do is add a short historical background in an effort to bring these words to life in your mind and heart.
Paul left Titus on the isle of Crete to oversee the early church. This letter was written by Paul to encourage and strengthen Titus as he organized and trained Christian leaders. One of their greatest concerns was keeping the Gospel from being corrupted by man’s agenda. And so we have these beautiful, profound words of God’s redeeming grace. No effort of man can do anything, it is God’s love and gift freely given.
Blessings,
Gretchen