Paul left Titus behind in Crete to establish church leadership in each city there (). The errors there (, ) seem to resemble those addressed in 1 Timothy (see ), despite the geographic distance. This similarity seems to suggest that the error was growing. Some advocates of circumcision, possibly related to Paul’s old opponents in Galatia (see ), may have continued to try to ensure the proper Jewish conversion of believers in Paul’s churches (, ). Paul’s reputation and many of his views eventually prevailed, though he did not live to see it (). ◆
Quick Glance
The apostle Paul
Audience:
Titus, a trusted Gentile companion of Paul
Date:
About AD 63–65
Theme:
Paul writes to instruct Titus concerning the care of the church on the island of Crete.
