Titus

Technical Profile

• Name Meaning: Greek/Latin name meaning “honorable” or “of the Titans” (a common Greco-Roman personal name)
• Period/Era: Apostolic Age (Early Church; Roman Imperial Context)
• Main References: Galatians 2:1–3; 2 Corinthians 2:13; 7:6–16; 8:6, 16–24; 12:18; Titus 1:4–5
• Key Connections: Paul (mentor and sending apostle); Corinthian church (mediated relationship); Cretan churches (appointed leaders)

Who was Titus?

Titus was a Gentile Christian and a close coworker of the apostle Paul.
He accompanied Paul to Jerusalem as an example of an uncircumcised believer accepted in Christ (Gal 2:1–3).
Paul entrusted him with difficult pastoral assignments, including work connected to Corinth and leadership organization in Crete.

Key Events & Achievements

• Event 1: Went with Paul to Jerusalem, where his Gentile status became part of discussions about circumcision (Galatians 2:1–3).
• Event 2: Helped advance collection and reconciliation efforts connected to the Corinthian church (2 Corinthians 7:6–16; 8:6, 16–24).
• Event 3: Was left in Crete to “put what remained into order” and appoint elders in the churches (Titus 1:5).

Life Lesson & Legacy

Titus illustrates how trusted coworkers helped the apostolic mission by strengthening churches through faithful organization and pastoral care.

Key Verse

"This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you," — Titus 1:5, ESV