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12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, Read full chapter.
- 2 Timothy 3
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- 2 Timothy 3
Compare different versions of Titus 2:12, a verse that teaches us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age. See also the context, cross references, and audio of this verse.
What does Titus 2:12 mean? The grace of God, mentioned in verse 11, brings salvation as well as changed actions. Two main areas are presented here in verse 12. First, God's grace is involved in teaching us to turn away from worldly, unrestrained, godless behaviors. The Greek of this verse uses two words with similar meanings.
Compare different translations of Titus 2:12, a verse that teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly passions and to live godly lives. See also links to other resources and chapters.
12 It teaches us not to live against God nor to do the evil things the world wants to do. Instead, that grace teaches us to live in the present age in a wise and right way and in a way that shows we serve God.
It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age. NIV: New International Version. Read Titus 2.
Doing Good for the Sake of the Gospel. 1 You, however, must teach what is appropriate to sound doctrine. 2 Teach the older men to be temperate, worthy of respect, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love and in endurance.
