Faith is not only spoken; it is lived. Living What We Profess, believers the Bible warns us that claiming to know God while living in contradiction to His ways reveals a dangerous hypocrisy. Titus 1:16 makes this truth clear:
📖 “They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.”
It is easy to profess faith with our lips—to say “I know God” or “I follow Christ.” But Scripture teaches that true faith will always bear fruit in our lives. When our actions consistently oppose God’s commands, our profession becomes empty.
Jesus said, “By their fruits ye shall know them” (Matthew 7:20). Faith without works is not real faith at all (James 2:17).
Titus 1:16 warns about people who put on an appearance of godliness but deny God in practice. This doesn’t always mean blatant rebellion; sometimes it looks like going through religious motions without genuine obedience or love for God.
Saying we trust God but relying only on ourselves.
Claiming Christ as Lord but refusing to submit to His authority.
Attending church on Sunday but living unchanged the rest of the week.
This is not just weakness—it’s denial.
True faith shows itself in action. As believers, we are called to live in a way that reflects God’s character and goodness. That doesn’t mean perfection—but it does mean direction. Our lives should increasingly point toward Christ.
Practical ways to live faith instead of denying it:
Obedience: Align daily choices with God’s Word.
Integrity: Live consistently, both in public and private.
Love in action: Serve others, especially when it costs us.
Repentance: Turn back to God quickly when we stumble.
In the workplace: Do your actions reflect Christ’s honesty and compassion?
In relationships: Do you extend forgiveness, grace, and truth?
In personal life: Do your private habits align with your public faith?
Titus 1:16 reminds us that it is not enough to profess faith—we must live it. The way we act, speak, and treat others reveals whether we truly know God.
📖 “They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.”
✨ A true relationship with God is seen not only in words, but in a life transformed by His Spirit.
