TITUS 3:3-7

1. Before the kindness and love of God appeared, we lived terribly (v.3).
   • What would the world be like if the kindness and love of God had not appeared?
   • How does His coming motivate us to live differently?
2. The kindness and love of God actually appeared (v.4).
   • Why, of all the descriptions of Jesus, is this one my favorite?
   • Why is it important for us to see Jesus as the very kindness and love of God?
   • What should we be doing so that others can better see Him this way?
3. The kindness and love of God saved us by His mercy (v.5a).
   • What would be wrong with saving us because of our righteous deeds?
   • Why do kindness and love lead to grace and mercy?
4. The kindness and love of God blessed us with the Holy Spirit (v.5b-6).
   • What parallels do you see between John 3:5 and Titus 3:5?
   • Why would the kindness and love of God pour out the Spirit completely?
   • How generously did the kindness and love of God pour out the Spirit?
5. The kindness and love of God makes us heirs with Him (v.7).
   • Why is justification by grace necessary for us to become heirs?
   • What relationship comes with being an heir with Christ? (Hebrews 2:11)

Call to Action: To allow the kindness and love of God to save us from foolishness.