DEVOTION ~ THE CHRISTIAN MEN

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Theme: The Christian Men
Text: Titus 2:1&2

2 But as for you, speak the things which are proper for sound doctrine: 2 that the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience



Growth is not just by stature but by wisdom and character. If you train your body to grow but failed to discipline your mind and character in that regard, you will amount to nothing in life. Most men while growing feel getting sixpacks (keeping fit in the gym) is what it takes to be a real man. But that's a fallacy.

Apostle Paul enlightens Titus on what the nature or characteristics of an older man should look like. Titus must open his mouth to bring out words that are proper and of sound doctrine. That's to say, he must continually give good counsel to all. His first counsel goes to the elderly men; to be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, and in patience.

A spiritually matured man, should not allow alcohol influence his life, must not be pompous but down to earth, should have good manners, keep the faith, love his wife, children and everyone unconditionally, and must possess the spirit of patience. Maturity comes with endurance, keep looking up to God and do what is right. 



Prayer: Father, into Your Hands we commit all men. We pray for the salvation of their soul and for the power of God to rest upon them to lead their families in the truth. Make them true examples of Christ to all they come into contact with. This we ask in Jesus' name. AMEN! 

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