Titus 3:8

Linguistic Bible Translation from Source Texts

This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for all people.

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Other Translations

  • King James Version 1769 (Standard Version)

    This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.

  • KJV1611 – Modern English

    This is a faithful saying, and these things I want you to affirm constantly, that those who have believed in God should be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men.

  • King James Version 1611 (Original)

    This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.

  • American Standard Version with Strong's Numbers

    Faithful is the saying, and concerning these things I desire that thou affirm confidently, to the end that they who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men:

  • King James Version with Strong's Numbers

    This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable{(G5624)} unto men.

  • Tyndale Bible (1526/1534)

    This is a true sayinge. Of these thinges I wolde thou shuldest certifie that they which beleve God myght be diligent to go forwarde in good workes. These thinges are good and proffitable vnto me.

  • Coverdale Bible (1535)

    This is a true sayege. Of these thinges wolde I that thou shuldest speake earnestly, that they which are become beleuers in God, might be diligent to excell in good workes: for these thinges are good and profitable vnto me.

  • Geneva Bible (1560)

    This is a true saying, and these thinges I will thou shouldest affirme, that they which haue beleeued God, might be carefull to shewe foorth good woorkes. These things are good and profitable vnto men.

  • Bishops' Bible (1568)

    This is a faythfull saying: And of these thynges I wyll that thou confirme, that they which haue beleued in God, myght be carefull to shewe foorth good workes. These thynges are good and profitable vnto men.

  • Authorized King James Version (1611)

    [This is] a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.

  • Webster's Bible (1833)

    This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men;

  • Young's Literal Translation (1862/1898)

    Stedfast `is' the word; and concerning these things I counsel thee to affirm fully, that they may be thoughtful, to be leading in good works -- who have believed God; these are the good and profitable things to men,

  • American Standard Version (1901)

    Faithful is the saying, and concerning these things I desire that thou affirm confidently, to the end that they who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men:

  • American Standard Version (1901)

    Faithful is the saying, and concerning these things I desire that thou affirm confidently, to the end that they who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men:

  • Bible in Basic English (1941)

    This is a true saying; and it is my desire that you may give certain witness about these things, so that those who have had faith in God may give attention to good works. These things are good and of profit to men;

  • World English Bible (2000)

    This saying is faithful, and concerning these things I desire that you affirm confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable to men;

  • NET Bible® (New English Translation)

    Summary of the Letter This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people.

Referenced Verses

  • 1 Tim 1:15 : 15 This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the foremost.
  • Titus 2:14 : 14 He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify a people for His own possession, who are eager to do good works.
  • Titus 3:14 : 14 Our people must learn to devote themselves to good works to meet urgent needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.
  • Ps 16:2-3 : 2 I said to the LORD, 'You are my Lord; I have no good apart from You.' 3 As for the holy ones who are in the land, they are the excellent ones in whom is all my delight.
  • Rom 4:5 : 5 But to the one who does not work but believes in the one who justifies the ungodly, their faith is credited as righteousness.
  • 2 Cor 4:13 : 13 Since we have the same spirit of faith in accordance with what is written: 'I believed, therefore I spoke,' we also believe and therefore speak.
  • 2 Cor 9:12-15 : 12 For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God. 13 Because of the proof provided by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedience to the confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with all. 14 And in their prayers for you, their hearts will go out to you because of the surpassing grace of God upon you. 15 Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!
  • Job 22:2 : 2 Can a man benefit God? Even a wise man benefits only himself.
  • Job 35:7-8 : 7 If you are righteous, what do you give to Him, or what does He receive from your hand? 8 Your wickedness affects only a person like yourself, and your righteousness only a child of humanity.
  • Ps 78:22 : 22 For they did not believe in God or trust in His salvation.
  • Prov 21:28 : 28 A false witness will perish, but one who listens will speak forever.
  • John 5:24 : 24 Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes in the one who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.
  • John 12:44 : 44 Then Jesus cried out, "Whoever believes in Me does not believe in Me only, but in the One who sent Me.
  • Acts 12:15 : 15 They said to her, 'You are out of your mind.' But she kept insisting that it was so. Then they said, 'It must be his angel.'
  • Phlm 1:11 : 11 Once he was useless to you, but now he is useful both to you and to me.
  • 1 John 5:10-13 : 10 Whoever believes in the Son of God has this testimony within them. Whoever does not believe God has made Him a liar, because they have not believed the testimony God has given about His Son. 11 And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. 12 Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. 13 I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know you have eternal life, and so that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God.
  • Titus 3:1 : 1 Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, and to be ready for every good work.
  • Titus 1:9 : 9 He must hold firmly to the trustworthy message as it has been taught, so that he can encourage others by sound teaching and refute those who oppose it.
  • 1 Pet 1:21 : 21 Through Him you believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and gave Him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God.

Similar Verses (AI)

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    14Our people must learn to devote themselves to good works to meet urgent needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.

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    8For bodily training is of some value, but godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.

    9This is a trustworthy saying, deserving full acceptance.

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    10They must not pilfer but must demonstrate complete faithfulness, so that they may make the teaching of God our Savior attractive in every way.

  • 1 Tim 4:6
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    6If you point these things out to the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and the good teaching that you have followed.

  • Titus 3:9
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    9But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and disputes about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.

  • 1 Tim 3:1
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    1This saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task.

  • 2 Pet 1:8
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    8For if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they will keep you from being ineffective or unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

  • Titus 2:7-8
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    7In all things, present yourself as an example of good works, with integrity, dignity, and incorruptibility in your teaching.

    8Let your speech be sound and beyond reproach, so that any opponent may be ashamed, having nothing bad to say about us.

  • 1 Tim 4:15
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    15Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that your progress may be evident to all.

  • Titus 3:7
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    7so that, being justified by His grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

  • 1 Tim 4:11
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    11Command and teach these things.

  • 1 Tim 6:18-19
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    18Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, willing to share.

    19Storing up for themselves a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of what is truly life.

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    9He must hold firmly to the trustworthy message as it has been taught, so that he can encourage others by sound teaching and refute those who oppose it.

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    10but with good works, which are appropriate for women who profess to worship God.

  • Titus 1:13-14
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    13This testimony is true. Therefore, rebuke them sharply so that they may be sound in the faith,

    14not devoting themselves to Jewish myths and human commandments that turn away from the truth.

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    7Command these things so that they may be above reproach.

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    14But you, continue in what you have learned and firmly believed, knowing from whom you have learned it.

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    10Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, especially to those who belong to the household of faith.

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    3This is good and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,

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    11But you, man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.

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    14Keep reminding them of these things, and solemnly warn them before God not to quarrel about words. Such arguments are useless and lead to the ruin of those who listen.

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    17so that the servant of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

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    2What you have heard from me through many witnesses, entrust to faithful people who will be able to teach others also.

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    12Therefore, I will always remind you about these things, even though you already know them and are established in the truth you now have.

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    1Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, and to be ready for every good work.

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    5Beloved, you are acting faithfully in whatever you do for the brothers, especially when they are strangers.

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    21For we are taking every precaution to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of people.

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    8And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in every way, at all times, having all that you need, you may abound in every good work.

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    13Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching that you have heard from me, with faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

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    6So we urged Titus, just as he had earlier begun, to complete this act of grace among you as well.

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    10so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,

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    18Timothy, my child, I entrust this charge to you, in keeping with the prophecies once made about you, so that by recalling them you may fight the good fight,

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    6Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

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    14What good is it, my brothers, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him?