Today is the official launch of Gathering At The Well! For today’s gathering, we are supposed to share what Titus 2:2-5 means in our own lives.
Titus 2:2-5 reads, “Teach the older men to be temperate, worthy of respect, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love and in endurance.
Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.”
Our focus for this week is:
When you read the Scripture found in Titus 2: 2-5, how do you
see this playing out in your own life?What are your areas of strength? Of weakness?
If you could set some sort of goal in relation to this
Scripture, what would it be?
When you read the Scripture found in Titus 2: 2-5, how do you see this playing out in your own life? I always try to point others to the Lord and usually back up my words with the scripture supporting my advice, however I’m certain I have failed as an example many times as well. I find that I fail more with people who are the closest to me (ouch!). It has been my heart’s desire for many years to be a woman who is so full of the Lord’s sweetness that His presence could be felt in my life. I want my Lord to be reflected in my actions and words. It really grieves me when I hurt someone with my words (especially if I grieve the Lord).
What are your areas of strength? Of weakness? I can honestly say that “wine” isn’t an issue in our home. We don’t like alcohol really, so unless I cook with it — wine is rarely here. I definitely try to be kind and am probably way too merciful (if that is possible). But as I mature in age, I can definitely see my weaknesses! I could always do more around my home. I feel conviction in this area. I also want to believe that I am subject to my husband, but honestly (I am supposed to be honest here, right) — I would definitely rise up and voice my opinion if I didn’t agree with his decision. I’m sure I need work in this area (though I really do try). Even when I submit, my heart might be in rebellion (kicking and screaming inside). I guess it is all about issues of the heart isn’t it? I need to bless and to love with no strings attached.
If you could set some sort of goal in relation to this Scripture, what would it be?
- I need to spend more quiet time with the Lord. The only way to reflect His love is to rest in it.
- I also want to improve with my work at home. Too often I clean on the surface and let things slide. I must be more organized in this area.
- I need to use more self-control where my words are concerned with my family. Sometimes they know exactly which buttons to push — which is NO excuse. Even if I don’t speak things out loud, my thoughts are often selfish.
I look forward to participating with others in this wonderful Meme. To read more At the Well posts, please click here.
Thank you so much for sharing and being honest and transparent!
-Ashley
more quiet time with the LORD and more self- control- those are my goals as well 🙂
Beth, I so appreciate your transparency in this post. Most of us are exactly where you are at, but too afraid to admit it. I’m glad to be at the well with you, sharing the truth and learning that we can do this together.
Blessings,
Lisa
P.S. Thanks for all your encouraging comments at my blog! And your weight loss pics were very inspirational to me. How did you do it?
This is very encouraging to me! I love this new blog. We must spur each other in every way possible…thank you!
Such a lovely post, be blessed.
Hey Beth, Glad to see you joining us over AT THE WELL and your words of honesty and truth rings true with me … self control is something that I have been working on. -blessings, Laurie
This was such a great post Beth.
Thank you for sharing!
Ks
Great post, Beth. I made a bold move tonight and shut my inbox, turned off my twitter feeds, and stayed away from my computer except for now. I’ve been immersed in a Bible study we’re doing. I get so distracted by all the bells and whistles from my computer, that yes, I too need to shed my weaknesses. Thank you for helping to keep my eyes open to where I need to go (and not go) to be who God wants me to be.
Thank you so much Beth for sharing your heart today with us! I am thrilled that you joined us today At the Well!
You know what they say about teaching an old dog new tricks… Well, you can teach an old dog but we are stubborn and resistant. Thats what I find about myself when it comes to the submitting to my husband part. I can now roll over but playing died(with my tongue) is quit the chore. lol
Hugs!!
Hi Beth,
Thanks for your visit and for sharing your heart and encouraging words with me. I really enjoyed reading your post and just read as you shared your heart with such a realness and openness truly blessed me. I will ponder on it myself and see how my heart responds.
Hugz Lorie
The things I need to improve upon is very similiar to your list. Your post is a thought provoking one. It makes me think how I can improve in some areas of my life. Thanks so much for the reminder.
PS – I really love the new layout!!
Great post! I, too, need to spend more time in God’s word. You inspire me, my friend.
Blessings…
Beth E.
As an older woman, this passage is key to me in the area of mentoring younger women. It becomes the measuring stick by which I make sure I’m on track. Younger women are always watching. I want what they observe in me to actually be the Light of God reflecting from me.
You’re doing a wonderful act of service to God by being so transparent with all us ladies. Thanks, Beth.
So honest and transparent…thank you for sharing my dear friend. You are a blessing to so many.