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14 He gave himself for us in order to deliver us from all iniquity and to purify for himself a people as his own who are eager to do good.

15 The Goodness of God Our Savior.[a] These are the things you should expound. Exhort and reprove with all authority. Let no one disregard you.

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  1. Titus 2:15 The fact that someone’s life is no longer ruled by passion, egoism, and wickedness is always surprising. It is the sign that such a person is marked by the idea of God’s goodness. With these practical recommendations, the author knows how to evoke in a few words the major aspects of the Christian mystery: love of God; salvation through grace; Baptism; the gift of the Spirit; and the expectation of fulfillment in the end time.

14 who gave himself for us(A) to redeem us from all wickedness(B) and to purify(C) for himself a people that are his very own,(D) eager to do what is good.(E)

15 These, then, are the things you should teach. Encourage and rebuke with all authority. Do not let anyone despise you.

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