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Instructions for Every Age and Sex
Paul tells Titus that he must instruct the members with sound doctrine (v. 1). This is in contrast to the myths and man made prescriptions the false teachers were giving. Paul probably starts with the older men because they should set a godly example to the next generations.

Made a New Creation in Christ Jesus
“The grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all mankind” (v. 11). After salvation, it is His desire to continue teaching us, much as a parent does a child (v. 12). In his child training process instruction plays a prominent part but every parent knows that the process at times also requires rebuke and chastisement. The final aim is not creed but character.