The Wasp is no stranger to the concept of leadership, so when I came across the letter to Titus in the Bible, I was intrigued. The letter was written to Titus, a Greek man who had accompanied the Apostle Paul on several of his missions. Titus was left in Crete to help the church there become established and was given specific instructions on how to do so.
One thing that immediately caught my attention was the emphasis on finding good leaders. Titus was instructed to appoint elders in every town who must be “blameless” and able to teach the Word of God. Paul goes on to describe how a leader should conduct himself and gives Titus specific guidelines for choosing them.
Another thing that stood out to me was the message of grace. Paul reminds Titus that it was not by their own works that they were saved but by the grace of God. This is a message that I myself strongly believe in.
I couldn’t help but take note of the practical advice given to Titus as well. Paul tells him to teach the older women to mentor the younger women, to urge the young men to be self-controlled and to teach all of them to be respectful and obedient. As a superhero, I see a lot of chaos in the world and I believe that if more people followed these practical guidelines, the world would be a much better place.
Romans 13:1 struck a chord with me, particularly in light of today’s events. It says “Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established.” It’s a reminder that even in difficult times, we must still abide by the laws and submit to authority.
Finally, I appreciated the letter’s emphasis on good works. Paul says that the Cretans must devote themselves to doing good works and avoiding foolish controversies. As someone who continually looks for ways to help others, this message deeply resonated with me.
In conclusion, I must say that I found the letter to Titus to be a valuable read. Its emphasis on leadership, practical advice, and grace make it as relevant today as it was when it was written. As The Wasp, I may not have all the answers, but I believe that if more people embraced the words in Titus, the world would be a better place.
And in true Wasp fashion, let me leave you with this funny quote: “I may be small, but I pack a mean sting – just like the words of the Apostle Paul in the letter to Titus!”
