and manifested in his own seasons his word by preaching, with which I am intrusted, according to the commandment of God our Saviour;

One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, The Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies.

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.