Introduction

• Titus 1:10-16

• Galatians 1:6-10

• Luke 12:51-53

• Acts 15:1

• Acts 15:7-11

What to look for in false teachers.

Their character is corrupt

• Titus 1:10

• Titus 1:9

Their actions are corrupt

• Titus 1:11-12

• Galatians 2:12-14

• Titus 1:11-12

• Titus 1:7

• Titus 1:11-13

A believers response.

Rebuke them.

• Titus 1:13-16

• Titus 1:9

• 2 Peter 1:2-3

• Titus 1:13-16

Application

• Don't be a legalist.

• Focus on God's grace for growth not human effort.

• Attend a Gospel-centered church.

• Don't listen to false teachers.

WarmUp

Share about a time when you bought into something that looked or sounded good at first—but turned out to be false or misleading?

In the same way, not everything that sounds spiritual or Christian is true. Paul warns Titus about false teachers, and we need to be alert too.

Sermon Questions

Read Titus 1:10–16

What to look for in false teachers.

Their Character is Corrupt (Titus 1:10; Gal. 1:6–10)

Paul calls them rebellious, empty talkers, and deceivers.

They don’t cling to the trustworthy message (v. 9).

What warning signs of corrupt character do you see in leaders or teachers today?

Why do you think Paul emphasizes sound doctrine over charisma or popularity?

Their Actions are Corrupt (Titus 1:11–12; Gal. 2:12–14)

They upset families, chase money, and compromise truth for acceptance.

How can false teaching “upset whole families” in today’s context?

Why is money or popularity often tied to false teaching?

A Believer’s Response (Titus 1:13–16; 2 Pet. 1:2–3)

Rebuke them sharply, not to shame but to restore them to sound faith.

Stay rooted in grace and truth, not legalism.

How can we balance truth and love when confronting false teaching?

Why does Paul connect rebuke with the goal of “being sound in the faith”?

Application

Where are you tempted to drift toward legalism—trusting rules or effort instead of God’s grace?

What helps you discern between Gospel-centered teaching and false teaching?

How can you make sure your family/group stays centered on the Gospel?

This week, what’s one step you can take to grow in grace (2 Pet. 1:2–3) rather than in human effort?

Closing Thought

False teachers distract us from Jesus. Paul’s call is clear: hold firmly to the trustworthy message, live in God’s grace, and keep your eyes on Christ.