Bible Strands
Titus 3:12
As soon as I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, make every effort to come to me at Nicopolis, because I have decided to winter there.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to Titus in Crete, concluding a passage on church discipline by issuing a direct logistical directive regarding leadership transition and travel. The words — σπούδασον (spoudason) literally means "do diligence" or "make every effort," paired with ὅταν (hotan) meaning "when" or "as soon as," establishing an urgent conditional command. The thread — This pattern of urgent travel coordination appears in 2 Timothy 4:9 and aligns with the apostolic network described in Acts 20:4, where leaders are dispatched to specific locations for ministry and transition. Why it lands — The text requires immediate logistical response to leadership changes and clear planning for a designated winter location, demanding practical obedience rather than abstract reflection.
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The Greek words
King James Version
When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.
Cross-references
- Acts 20:4 Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.
- 2 Timothy 4:9 Make every effort to come to me quickly,
- 1 Corinthians 16:8 But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost,
- 2 Timothy 4:12 Tychicus, however, I have sent to Ephesus.
- 2 Timothy 4:21 Make every effort to come to me before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.
- 1 Corinthians 16:6 Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go.