What does sturdy leadership look like in a culture notorious for dishonesty and chaos? In this episode of Seek Go Create, host Tim Winders dives into Paul’s powerful letter to Titus—a short but punchy blueprint for building strong, resilient churches on the island of Crete. Discover why Paul entrusted Titus, his trusted troubleshooter, with the task of setting up leadership in a time of urgency and crisis. If you want to understand how sound teaching and good works can transform daily life and communities, this episode is for you. Listen now to hear how Titus navigated challenges that still resonate today.
"Paul gives Titus a blueprint for good works that adorn the gospel, sound teaching that transforms daily life." - Tim Winders
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00:00 Why Crete Needs Strong Leaders (Titus Overview)
01:05 Key Facts: Author, Date, Audience & Urgency
02:02 Meet Titus: Paul’s Trusted Troubleshooter
03:22 Pressure Cooker Context: Nero, Martyrdoms & a Leadership Crisis
04:12 Crete’s Reputation & the Challenge of Church Planting
05:03 Paul’s Blueprint: Elders, Sound Doctrine & Good Works
05:59 Grace That Trains: The Blessed Hope & Gospel-Shaped Living
07:23 What’s Next + A Scene-Setter Before You Read Titus
08:08 In the Harbor House: Hearing Paul’s Letter Read Aloud 09:12 Final Call: Grace, Hope, and “Now Let’s Read”