Paul writes to Titus and exhorts him: “Speak thou the things which become sound doctrine” (Titus 2:1).The word “sound” is interesting. The word is “hugiaino” and means “to be physically well in body, to be healthy, hygiene.” The Scriptures use this word in the context of health in 3 John 1:2: “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health (hugiaino), even as thy soul prospereth.” Also Luke 5:31; 7:10; and 15:27.
In Titus it is used to describe doctrine and therefore means healthy doctrine. Doctrine that affects our health--physically, mentally, and spiritually. Bible doctrine is not something “airy fairy,” but the practical way God wants us to live in the nitty gritty of our lives.
Immediately following these words it gives practical advice to the older men, the older women, the younger women, the young men, and the servants. Each category receive their own specific instructions on how to glorify God in their daily lives.
Wives and mothers are not left out. We are told specifically the lifestyle God wants us to live: “To love their husbands, to love their children, to be sensible, pure, workers at home, kind, being subject to their own husbands” (Titus 2:4, 5 NASB). Other translations say we are to be “keepers at home, “busy at home,” homemakers,” and “home-lovers.”
Do you want to be healthy in body, soul, and spirit? Embrace the sound God-mandated doctrine God has given you.
Love from Nancy Campbell