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2 Corinthians 7:5-7. For when we came into Macedonia, we had no rest, but we were
harassed at every turn—conflicts on the outside, fears within. But God, who comforts
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the downcast, comforted us by the coming of Titus, and not only by his coming but
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also by the comfort you had given him. He told us about your longing for me, your
deep sorrow, your ardent concern for me, so that my joy was greater than ever.
Titus 1:5. The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in order what was left
unfinished and appointelders in every town, as I directed you. [Note: this event is not

recorded for us anywhere in the book of Acts].
Many evangelical Bible scholars believe that in-between Paul’s two Roman imprisonments, Paul visited
Crete with Titus and then left Titus behind to continue the work which they had begun.

1.4 Let’s Practice…

1-3. What three letters did Paul write to Pastors rather than churches?

4. Who was the author of books in the New Testament that comprise the greatest volume?

5. From where did Paul write these letters?

6. Describe who Timothy was? What was his primary mission?

7. What was Paul’s relationship to Timothy?

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