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Connecting Statement:

Paul explains what Titus should avoid and how to treat those who cause contention among the believers.

But avoid

"So avoid" or "Therefore, avoid"

foolish debates

"arguments concerning unimportant matters"

genealogies

This is the study of family kinship relationships.

strife

arguments or fights

the law

"the law of Moses"