Introduction

• Titus 2:11-15

• 2 Peter 3:18

Grace = the unmerited favor of God—a gift of His love, forgiveness, and power not earned by human effort. It is the divine assistance that enables believers to be saved and to live a righteous life, essentially receiving what they do not deserve. 

God's Special Grace...

Brings Salvation.

• Titus 2:11

• Romans 3:24

• Ephesians 2:8-9

Trains (matures) us.

• Titus 2:12

• 2 Corinthians 9:8

• 2 Corinthians 12:9

Points us to Heaven (future).

• Titus 2:13-14

• Titus 1:2

• Colossians 3:1-4

• Titus 2:15

• 2 Peter 3:18

Application

• How do we grow in grace?

• Humility - James 4:6

• Be Spirit led - Galatians 5:16-17; 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

• Spiritual disciplines (remind us we need grace) - Colossians 3:16; Acts 20:34

Warm Up:

Think of a coach, teacher, or mentor who made a big difference in your life. What did they do that helped you grow or change?

Sermon Discussion:

Read the Passage (Titus 2:11–15).

Background Info:

• Paul has just given specific instructions for how different groups in the church (older men, women, younger, slaves) should live (2:1–10).

• Now he explains why: because God’s grace has appeared in Christ, and that grace trains us to live differently while we wait for His return.

• Key Greek word: ἐπεφάνη (epephanē) — “has appeared.” Paul is pointing to Christ’s historical coming as the epiphany of God’s grace.

1. Grace Appeared to Save All People (v. 11)

• “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people.”

• Paul starts with “For” (γάρ), connecting this section to 2:1–10.

• “All people” means all kinds of people — every group Paul just mentioned in 2:1-10.

Why is it significant that grace “appeared”? What does this tell us about the source of salvation?

Who is included in “all people” today? How does this challenge or encourage the way we see others?

How might remembering that God’s grace is for all kinds of people motivate us to live out the instructions of 2:1–10 in our homes, workplaces, or communities?

Transition: Grace doesn’t just show up to save—it shows up to shape. Let’s see how Paul describes grace as our trainer.

2. Grace Trains Us to Live Differently (v. 12)

• “Training us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts and to live sensibly, righteously, and godly in the present age.”

• Greek: παιδεύουσα = “training/disciplining,” like a coach or tutor.

• Grace doesn’t just forgive; it forms us.

• Two directions:

  • Negative: Say “no” to ungodliness and worldly desires.

  • Positive: Say “yes” to living self-controlled (σωφρόνως), upright, and godly lives.

How is God’s grace like a trainer or coach in your daily life?

Which part of verse 12 feels hardest for you personally — the “saying no” or the “living godly” part? Why?

What might it look like for our group/family to live “sensibly, righteously, and godly” in this present age?

Transition: Grace trains us now, but it also points us forward—to a future hope that shapes how we live today.

3. Grace Points Us Toward Hope (vv. 13–14)

• “While we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us… and to purify for himself a people… zealous for good works.”

• Two appearings:

  • v. 11 — Past: Grace appeared in Christ.

  • v. 13 — Future: Glory will appear when He returns.

• v. 14 — Christ redeemed and purified us for good works now.

How does looking forward to Christ’s return affect the way you live today?

According to v. 14, what is Jesus’ purpose in redeeming and purifying us?

What are some “good works” God might be calling us to be zealous for in this season?

Transition: Because grace has appeared and glory will appear, our role is to proclaim and live this truth boldly in the present.

4. Grace Must Be Proclaimed Boldly (v. 15)

• “Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you.”

• Paul commands Titus to teach grace boldly, not shy away.

• Grace shapes not only our lives but our message to others.

Why do you think Paul ends this section with such a strong command to “declare” these things?

How might we as a group or family speak about grace more confidently in everyday conversations?

What obstacles keep us from declaring or living this boldly?

Wrap-Up:

• God’s grace appeared to bring salvation to all kinds of people.

• God’s grace trains us daily to deny sin and live godly lives.

• God’s grace points us toward Christ’s return and future glory, fueling present good works.

• God’s grace must be declared boldly as we live between the two appearings.

What is one way you can let God’s grace ‘train’ you more intentionally this week?

Closing Prayer Prompt:

Thank God for His grace in Christ. Ask Him to train your group/family to say “no” to sin and “yes” to godly living. Pray for eyes fixed on Christ’s return and courage to declare grace boldly.