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International Standard Version
He must be devoted to the trustworthy message that agrees with what we teach, so that he may be able to encourage others with healthy doctrine and refute those who oppose it.
New American Standard Bible
King James Version
Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
Holman Bible
holding to the faithful message as taught,
A Conservative Version
holding firm the faithful word according to the teaching, so that he may also be able to exhort by the sound doctrine, and to correct those who contradict.
American Standard Version
holding to the faithful word which is according to the teaching, that he may be able to exhort in the sound doctrine, and to convict the gainsayers.
Amplified
He must hold firmly to the trustworthy word [of God] as it was taught to him, so that he will be able both to give accurate instruction in sound [reliable, error-free] doctrine and to refute those who contradict [it by explaining their error].
An Understandable Version
[He must] hold on firmly to the trustworthy message, which is according to [our] teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort people with sound teaching and to convince those who contradict it.
Anderson New Testament
holding fast the sure word as it is taught, that he may be able, by sound teaching, both to exhort and to convince the opposers.
Bible in Basic English
Keeping to the true word of the teaching, so that he may be able to give comfort by right teaching and overcome the arguments of the doubters.
Common New Testament
he must hold firm to the sure word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to refute those who contradict it.
Daniel Mace New Testament
attach'd to the truth, that has been taught him, that he may be able to teach others sound doctrine, and to convince those who oppose it.
Darby Translation
clinging to the faithful word according to the doctrine taught, that he may be able both to encourage with sound teaching and refute gainsayers.
Godbey New Testament
holding that which is according to the teaching of the faithful word, in order that he may be able both to exhort with healthy teaching, and to convict the opposers.
Goodspeed New Testament
standing by the message that can be relied on, just as he was taught it, so that he may be qualified both to encourage others with wholesome teaching and to show the error of those who oppose him.
John Wesley New Testament
as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
Julia Smith Translation
Holding firmly the faithful word according to instruction, that he may be able also to beseech in sound doctrine, and to refute those opposing.
King James 2000
Holding fast the faithful word as he has been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to refute the opposition.
Lexham Expanded Bible
holding fast to the faithful message according to the teaching, in order that he may be able both to exhort with sound instruction and to reprove those who speak against [it].
Modern King James verseion
holding fast the faithful Word according to the doctrine, that he may be able, by sound doctrine, both to exhort and to convict the gainsayers.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
and such as cleaveth unto the true word of doctrine, that he may be able to exhort with wholesome learning, and to improve them that say against it.
Moffatt New Testament
he must hold by the sure truths of doctrine so as to be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and refute objections raised by any.]
Montgomery New Testament
He must hold to the faithful word according to the teaching, so that he may be able both to encourage by sound teaching, and to confute our opponents.
NET Bible
He must hold firmly to the faithful message as it has been taught, so that he will be able to give exhortation in such healthy teaching and correct those who speak against it.
New Heart English Bible
holding to the faithful word which is according to the teaching, that he may be able to exhort in the sound doctrine, and to convict those who contradict him.
Noyes New Testament
holding fast the sure word according to what he was taught, that he may be able by sound teaching both to exhort, and to refute the gainsayers.
Sawyer New Testament
holding firmly the faithful word taught, that he may be able both to exhort with sound instruction and to convince those who contradict.
The Emphasized Bible
Holding fast, in the matter of his teaching, the faithful word, that he may be able both to encourage with his healthful instruction, and, the gainsayers, to refute.
Thomas Haweis New Testament
firmly attached to the faithful word, according to the doctrine delivered, that he may be able to exhort with sound instruction and to confute the opposers.
Twentieth Century New Testament
who holds doctrine that can be relied on as being in accordance with the accepted Teaching; so that he may be able to encourage others by sound teaching, as well as to refute our opponents.
Webster
Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
Weymouth New Testament
holding fast to the faithful Message which he has received, so that he may be well qualified both to encourage others with sound teaching and to reply successfully to opponents.
Williams New Testament
and a man who continues to cling to the trustworthy message as he was taught it, so that he may be competent to encourage others with wholesome teaching and to convict those who oppose him.
World English Bible
holding to the faithful word which is according to the teaching, that he may be able to exhort in the sound doctrine, and to convict those who contradict him.
Worrell New Testament
holding fast the faithful word which is according to the teaching, that he may be able both to exhort in the healthful doctrine, and to convict those who contradict.
Worsley New Testament
holding fast the faithful word, according as he hath been taught, that he may be able both to instruct in sound doctrine, and to convince gainsayers.
Youngs Literal Translation
holding -- according to the teaching -- to the stedfast word, that he may be able also to exhort in the sound teaching, and the gainsayers to convict;
Themes
Bishop » An overseer, a supervisor
Doctrines of the The Gospel » Ministers should » Hold steadfastly
Elder » In the Christian church
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Word Count of 37 Translations in Titus 1:9
Images Titus 1:9
Prayers for Titus 1:9
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Context Readings
Instructions To Titus In Crete
8 Instead, he must be hospitable to strangers, must appreciate what is good, and be sensible, honest, moral, and self-controlled. 9 He must be devoted to the trustworthy message that agrees with what we teach, so that he may be able to encourage others with healthy doctrine and refute those who oppose it. 10 For there are many people who are rebellious, especially those who are converts from Judaism. They speak utter nonsense and deceive people.
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Cross References
1 Timothy 1:10
for those involved in sexual immorality, for homosexuals, for kidnappers, for liars, for false witnesses, and for whatever else goes against the healthy teaching
2 Thessalonians 2:15
So then, brothers, stand firm, and cling to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by word of mouth or by our letter.
1 Timothy 6:3
If anyone teaches false doctrine and refuses to agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus, the Messiah, and godly teaching,
2 Timothy 1:13
Hold on to the pattern of healthy teachings that you have heard from me, along with the faith and love that are in the Messiah Jesus.
1 Timothy 1:15
This is a trustworthy saying that deserves complete acceptance: To this world Messiah came, sinful people to reclaim.
Titus 2:1
But as for you, teach what is consistent with healthy doctrine.
Job 2:3
The LORD asked Satan, "Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one like him on earth. The man is blameless as well as upright. He fears God and keeps away from evil. He remains firm in his integrity, even though you have been urging me to overwhelm him without cause."
Job 27:6
I'll retain my righteousness and not compromise it; my conscience won't rebuke me at any time.
Proverbs 23:23
Purchase truth, but don't sell it; store up wisdom, instruction, and understanding.
Acts 18:28
He successfully refuted the Jews in public and proved by the Scriptures that Jesus is the Messiah.
1 Corinthians 14:24
But if everyone is prophesying, when an unbeliever or an uneducated person comes in he will be convicted and examined by everything that's happening.
1 Thessalonians 5:21
Instead, test everything. Hold on to what is good.
1 Timothy 1:19
with faith and a good conscience. By ignoring their consciences, some people have destroyed their faith like a wrecked ship.
1 Timothy 4:9
This is a trustworthy saying that deserves complete acceptance.
2 Timothy 2:2
What you have heard from me through many witnesses entrust to faithful people who will be able to teach others as well.
2 Timothy 2:25
and gentle when refuting opponents. After all, maybe God will allow them to repent and to come to a full knowledge of the truth,
2 Timothy 4:3
For the time will come when people will not tolerate healthy doctrine, but with itching ears will surround themselves with teachers who cater to their people's own desires.
Titus 1:11
They must be silenced, because they are the kind of people who ruin whole families by teaching what they should not teach in order to make money in a shameful way.
Titus 2:7-8
Always set an example for others by doing good actions. Teach with integrity and dignity.
Jude 1:3
Dear friends, although I was eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I found it necessary to write to you and urge you to continue your vigorous defense of the faith that was passed down to the saints once and for all.
Revelation 2:25
Just hold on to what you have until I come.
Revelation 3:3
So remember what you received and heard. Obey it, and repent. If you are not alert, I will come like a thief, and you won't know the time when I will come to you.
Revelation 3:11
I am coming soon! Hold on to what you have so that no one takes your victor's crown.