Titus

It was interesting to read Kelly's response to the reading. I had similar thoughts, I am not sure what Paul is trying to get across. I also question his statement that leaders need to be held up so high and expected to be 'blameless'.

Leaders are human, humans are destined to sin and make mistakes. We do not always do what is right and we follow our own desires. Sometimes I wonder if the things I do are for myself or for God. Am I following his plan for me? How do I know what that plan is?

I think the best we can do is work towards being the best person we can be. No one can or should try to be perfect. I don't even think God expects that. After all why did he send us Jesus? He knew we needed to be saved and gave the ultimate sacrifice for us.

As for the unbelievers...I don't think that I have the power to preach to people about God and his desires for us. I do however believe that my actions can speak louder than any words I speak. This is something that I understood last week and am going to try to live out in my daily life. The power of example should not be underestimated.