Titus 3:7
New International Version
so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.

New Living Translation
Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life.

English Standard Version
so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Berean Standard Bible
so that, having been justified by His grace, we would become heirs with the hope of eternal life.

Berean Literal Bible
so that, having been justified by that grace, we should become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

King James Bible
That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

New King James Version
that having been justified by His grace we should become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

New American Standard Bible
so that being justified by His grace we would be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

NASB 1995
so that being justified by His grace we would be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

NASB 1977
that being justified by His grace we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Legacy Standard Bible
so that having been justified by His grace, we would become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Amplified Bible
so that we would be justified [made free of the guilt of sin] by His [compassionate, undeserved] grace, and that we would be [acknowledged as acceptable to Him and] made heirs of eternal life [actually experiencing it] according to our hope (His guarantee).

Christian Standard Bible
so that, having been justified by his grace, we may become heirs with the hope of eternal life.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
so that, having been justified by His grace, we may become heirs with the hope of eternal life.

American Standard Version
that, being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Contemporary English Version
Jesus treated us much better than we deserve. He made us acceptable to God and gave us the hope of eternal life.

English Revised Version
that, being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
As a result, God in his kindness has given us his approval and we have become heirs who have the confidence that we have everlasting life.

Good News Translation
so that by his grace we might be put right with God and come into possession of the eternal life we hope for.

International Standard Version
And so, made heirs by his own grace, eternal life we now embrace.

Majority Standard Bible
so that, having been justified by His grace, we would become heirs with the hope of eternal life.

NET Bible
And so, since we have been justified by his grace, we become heirs with the confident expectation of eternal life."

New Heart English Bible
that, being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of everlasting life.

Webster's Bible Translation
That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Weymouth New Testament
in order that having been declared righteous through His grace we might become heirs to the Life of the Ages in fulfilment of our hopes.

World English Bible
that being justified by his grace, we might be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
that having been declared righteous by His grace, we may become heirs according to the hope of continuous life.

Berean Literal Bible
so that, having been justified by that grace, we should become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Young's Literal Translation
that having been declared righteous by His grace, heirs we may become according to the hope of life age-during.

Smith's Literal Translation
That justified by his grace, we might be heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
That, being justified by his grace, we may be heirs, according to hope of life everlasting.

Catholic Public Domain Version
so that, having been justified by his grace, we may become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

New American Bible
so that we might be justified by his grace and become heirs in hope of eternal life.

New Revised Standard Version
so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs to the hope of eternal life.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
That we would be made right by his grace and we would be heirs by the hope in eternal life.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
that, being justified by his grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Godbey New Testament
in order that, being justified by his faith, we may be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Haweis New Testament
that justified by his grace, we might become heirs in hope of eternal life.

Mace New Testament
that being justified by his favour, we should have the inheritance of eternal life, according to our hopes.

Weymouth New Testament
in order that having been declared righteous through His grace we might become heirs to the Life of the Ages in fulfilment of our hopes.

Worrell New Testament
that having been justified by His grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Worsley New Testament
that being justified by his grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God's Mercy to Us
6This is the Spirit He poured out on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7so that, having been justified by His grace, we would become heirs with the hope of eternal life. 8This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people.…

Cross References
Romans 5:1-2
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, / through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.

Ephesians 2:8-9
For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, / not by works, so that no one can boast.

Galatians 3:26-29
You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. / For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. / There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. ...

Romans 8:16-17
The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. / And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.

2 Timothy 1:9
He has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works, but by His own purpose and by the grace He granted us in Christ Jesus before time began.

John 1:12-13
But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God— / children born not of blood, nor of the desire or will of man, but born of God.

1 Peter 1:3-4
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, / and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you,

Romans 3:24
and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.

1 John 3:1-2
Behold what manner of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God. And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him. / Beloved, we are now children of God, and what we will be has not yet been revealed. We know that when Christ appears, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is.

2 Corinthians 5:21
God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.

Romans 6:23
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Colossians 1:12-14
giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. / He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, / in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

Galatians 4:4-7
But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, / to redeem those under the law, that we might receive our adoption as sons. / And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!” ...

Hebrews 9:15
Therefore Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died to redeem them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant.

1 Corinthians 6:11
And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.


Treasury of Scripture

That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

being.

Titus 2:11
For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,

Romans 3:24,28
Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: …

Romans 4:4,16
Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt…

made.

Romans 8:17,23,24
And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together…

Galatians 3:29
And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.

Galatians 4:7
Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.

hope.

Titus 1:2
In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;

Titus 2:13
Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;

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Titus 3
1. Titus is further directed by Paul concerning the things that he should teach and not teach.
10. He is to reject obstinate heretics.
12. Paul appoints him time and place wherein he should come unto him.














so that
This phrase indicates purpose or result, connecting the previous verses about God's mercy and salvation to the outcome described here. It emphasizes the divine intention behind the act of salvation, highlighting God's sovereign plan.

having been justified by His grace
Justification is a legal term meaning to be declared righteous. In the context of the New Testament, it refers to the believer being declared righteous before God. This justification is not earned by works but is a gift of grace, underscoring the unmerited favor of God. Romans 3:24 and Ephesians 2:8-9 also emphasize salvation by grace through faith, not by works. The concept of grace is central to the gospel message, contrasting with the law and works-based righteousness.

we would become heirs
The idea of becoming heirs is rooted in the cultural and legal practices of inheritance in the ancient world, where sons would inherit their father's estate. Spiritually, believers are considered children of God and co-heirs with Christ, as seen in Romans 8:17. This inheritance includes the promises of God and eternal life, reflecting the believer's new identity and status in God's family.

with the hope of eternal life
Hope in the biblical sense is a confident expectation, not wishful thinking. Eternal life is a central promise of the Christian faith, assured through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This hope is both a present reality and a future promise, as seen in John 3:16 and 1 John 5:13. It provides assurance and motivation for holy living, as believers anticipate the fulfillment of God's promises in the life to come.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Paul
The apostle who authored the letter to Titus, providing guidance and instruction for church leadership and Christian living.

2. Titus
A trusted companion of Paul, serving as a leader in the early church, particularly in Crete, where he was tasked with organizing and strengthening the church.

3. Crete
An island in the Mediterranean where Titus was stationed to oversee the church and ensure sound doctrine and good works among believers.

4. God's Grace
The unmerited favor and love of God, which is central to the message of salvation and justification.

5. Eternal Life
The promise of everlasting life with God, a core hope and assurance for believers.
Teaching Points
Justification by Grace
Emphasize that our justification is solely by God's grace, not by our works or merit. This underscores the unearned nature of our salvation and the depth of God's love.

Heirs of Eternal Life
As believers, we are not only justified but also made heirs. This inheritance is a promise of eternal life, providing hope and assurance for the future.

Living in Hope
The hope of eternal life should influence our daily lives, encouraging us to live in a way that reflects our status as heirs and children of God.

Grace-Filled Living
Understanding grace should lead to a life characterized by gratitude, humility, and a desire to extend grace to others, mirroring the grace we have received.

The Role of Faith
Faith is the means by which we receive this grace and become heirs. It is essential to nurture and grow our faith through prayer, study, and community.(7) That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.--Here appears the glorious design of God's salvation. We were in a hopeless and lost state, from which God's love for man saved us by the laver of regeneration and renovation; and this was the end for which He saved us--that we should be heirs of eternal life. "Being justified," that is, freed from the future punishment and consequences of sin, and received into the favour and friendship of God, which favour and friendship had been, through sin, forfeited. "By His grace," by the favour and kindness of God the Father are we restored to His love and friendship. "Heirs," see Romans 8:17, where this thought of our heirship of heaven is enlarged. "According to the hope of eternal life;" this life eternal is still for us in the future, though ever present in respect of hope; children of God we indeed are, and sharers in many a good gift of our Father, but eternal life, that glorious inheritance, is still in the far future, and as yet can only be enjoyed by us in hope, but it is a sure hope--eternal life--the hope of which is the mainspring of all Christian work and activity--though it includes it, of course, is something far more than merely endless existence. A veil, impenetrable to mortal eye, hangs between us and the many mansions of the Father's house. "It doth not yet appear what we shall be;" we only know that then, we, in company with an innumerable host of blessed beings, shall share in the beatific vision; we only know that then "we shall ever be with the Lord;" and that with this thought and with these words are we to comfort one another. (See 1Thessalonians 4:17-18.)

Verse 7. - Might for should, A.V. Being justified by his grace; showing very clearly that righteousness in man did not precede and cause the saving mercy of God, but that mercy went before and provided the justification which is altogether of grace, and which issues in the possession of eternal life. Heirs according to the hope of eternal life. This seems to be the right rendering rather than that in the margin, heirs, according to hope, of eternal life, making "eternal life" depend upon "heirs." The passage in Titus 1:2, "In hope of eternal life," is a very strong reason for taking the same construction here. The answer in the Church Catechism, "Wherein I was made a member of Christ, a child of God, and an inheritor of the kingdom of heaven," follows very closely St. Paul's teaching in the text (see Romans 4:13, 14; Romans 8:17; Galatians 3:29, 4:7).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
so that,
ἵνα (hina)
Conjunction
Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.

having been justified
δικαιωθέντες (dikaiōthentes)
Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1344: From dikaios; to render just or innocent.

by [His]
ἐκείνου (ekeinou)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

grace,
χάριτι (chariti)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5485: From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.

we would become
γενηθῶμεν (genēthōmen)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.

heirs
κληρονόμοι (klēronomoi)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2818: From kleros and the base of nomos (reflexively) getting by apportionment); a sharer by lot, i.e. Inheritor; by implication, a possessor.

with
κατ’ (kat’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

[the] hope
ἐλπίδα (elpida)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1680: Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence.

of eternal
αἰωνίου (aiōniou)
Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 166: From aion; perpetual.

life.
ζωῆς (zōēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 2222: Life, both of physical (present) and of spiritual (particularly future) existence. From zao; life.


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