Slave to God
Titus 1:1 | Small Group Discussion

Hugo Bergeron •
November 1, 2026

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Slave of God

Welcome to Oxford Online, where we believe that a relationship with Jesus Christ changes everything. Today, we are taking a break from our Genesis series to hear from Hugo Bergeron, a missionary from Mauricie, Quebec.


What does it mean to belong completely to Jesus? Beginning with Paul’s description of himself as a servant of God, Hugo explores how Christ’s redeeming love changes our priorities, purpose, and everyday decisions. Because Jesus gave Himself for us, we can respond with grateful hearts and lives devoted to Him.


Join us as we consider what it means to follow Jesus and serve Him wherever He has placed us.

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Message Summary

Paul begins his letter to Titus by identifying himself as a servant of God. This description expresses more than a willingness to help: Paul belongs to God and lives under His authority. Meeting Jesus changed the direction of Paul’s life, and his purpose became serving the One who had saved him.

This calling belongs to every Christian. Jesus calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. Our time, money, words, thoughts, bodies, and ambitions all come under His lordship. Following Jesus involves surrendering our right to direct life entirely around our own desires.

The reason for this surrender is the grace of the gospel. Jesus lived the perfect life we could not live and bore our sin and judgment on the cross. He has redeemed us, freeing us from slavery to sin and making us His own. We respond to His love with gratitude, trusting Him and offering our lives in service.

We will not all serve in the same way. Some are called to missionary or pastoral ministry; others serve Christ through family life, work, church, and everyday relationships. Each believer can offer what God has entrusted to them for the advancement of His kingdom. Remembering that we will meet Christ helps us live faithfully today.


Small Group Questions

Opening Question
  1. Think of someone who has served you generously. How did their kindness affect your desire to respond?
Understanding the Passage
  1. What does Paul’s description of himself as a servant of God in Titus 1:1 tell us about his identity and priorities?
  2. Read 1 Corinthians 6:19–20. How does belonging to Christ change the way believers should use their bodies and live their lives?
  3. Read Galatians 2:20. How does this verse connect living for Christ with His love and sacrifice for us?
Growth and Application
  1. Which area of your life is hardest to surrender to Jesus right now: your time, money, ambitions, relationships, habits, or something else?
  2. What is the difference between serving Christ out of gratitude and trying to earn His acceptance? Which motive do you notice most often in yourself?
  3. Read Luke 9:23. What would denying yourself and following Jesus look like in one ordinary decision this week?
  4. What good thing can become so important that it distracts you from obeying Christ? How could you put it back in its proper place?
  5. Hugo encouraged us to live the gospel as well as explain it. Where do your family, friends, or coworkers most need to see Christ’s patience, humility, or forgiveness in you?
  6. What gifts, opportunities, or relationships has God already given you that you could use to help someone know Jesus or grow as His disciple?
  7. How could remembering that you will meet Christ change the way you approach your responsibilities and priorities this week?
  8. Hugo described the importance of prayer in his ministry in Quebec. How could you participate more intentionally in making disciples through prayer, encouragement, giving, or personal involvement?
  9. What specific step of obedience will you take this week, and how can the group support you?


Gospel Connection

Jesus gave Himself for us to free us from sin and bring us into a new life that belongs to Him. Our surrender does not purchase salvation; it is our grateful response to the salvation He provides. We follow Him by faith, depending on His grace and the power of His Spirit.

When obedience feels costly, how does remembering that Jesus loved you and gave Himself for you help you trust Him?


Prayer

Pray for:

  • Thank Jesus for redeeming us and making us His own.
  • Ask for willing hearts and the Spirit’s strength to obey Christ in every area of life.
  • Pray that our homes, work, and relationships would reflect the gospel.
  • Pray for Hugo, his family, and the work of evangelism and disciple-making in Quebec.
  • Ask God to show each member one faithful next step in serving Him.
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Slave to God
Scripture Titus 1:1 (ESV) Additional Passages 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV) Galatians 2:20 (ESV) Luke 9:23 (ESV) Watch The Sermon If you haven’t yet, be sure to watch the sermon to join the discussion.Watch the service Message Summary Paul begins his letter to Titus by identifying himself as a servant of God. This description expresses more than a willingness to help: Paul belongs to God and lives under His authority. Meeting Jesus changed the direction of Paul’s life, and his purpose became serving the One who had saved him. This calling belongs to every Christian. Jesus calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. Our time, money, words, thoughts, bodies, and ambitions all come under His lordship. Following Jesus involves surrendering our right to direct life entirely around our own desires. The reason for this surrender is the grace of the gospel. Jesus lived the perfect life we could not live and bore our sin and judgment on the cross. He has redeemed us, freeing us from slavery to sin and making us His own. We respond to His love with gratitude, trusting Him and offering our lives in service. We will not all serve in the same way. Some are called to missionary or pastoral ministry; others serve Christ through family life, work, church, and everyday relationships. Each believer can offer what God has entrusted to them for the advancement of His kingdom. Remembering that we will meet Christ helps us live faithfully today. Small Group Questions Opening Question Think of someone who has served you generously. How did their kindness affect your desire to respond? Understanding the Passage What does Paul’s description of himself as a servant of God in Titus 1:1 tell us about his identity and priorities? Read 1 Corinthians 6:19–20. How does belonging to Christ change the way believers should use their bodies and live their lives? Read Galatians 2:20. How does this verse connect living for Christ with His love and sacrifice for us? Growth and Application Which area of your life is hardest to surrender to Jesus right now: your time, money, ambitions, relationships, habits, or something else? What is the difference between serving Christ out of gratitude and trying to earn His acceptance? Which motive do you notice most often in yourself? Read Luke 9:23. What would denying yourself and following Jesus look like in one ordinary decision this week? What good thing can become so important that it distracts you from obeying Christ? How could you put it back in its proper place? Hugo encouraged us to live the gospel as well as explain it. Where do your family, friends, or coworkers most need to see Christ’s patience, humility, or forgiveness in you? What gifts, opportunities, or relationships has God already given you that you could use to help someone know Jesus or grow as His disciple? How could remembering that you will meet Christ change the way you approach your responsibilities and priorities this week? Hugo described the importance of prayer in his ministry in Quebec. How could you participate more intentionally in making disciples through prayer, encouragement, giving, or personal involvement? What specific step of obedience will you take this week, and how can the group support you? Gospel Connection Jesus gave Himself for us to free us from sin and bring us into a new life that belongs to Him. Our surrender does not purchase salvation; it is our grateful response to the salvation He provides. We follow Him by faith, depending on His grace and the power of His Spirit. When obedience feels costly, how does remembering that Jesus loved you and gave Himself for you help you trust Him? Prayer Pray for: Thank Jesus for redeeming us and making us His own. Ask for willing hearts and the Spirit’s strength to obey Christ in every area of life. Pray that our homes, work, and relationships would reflect the gospel. Pray for Hugo, his family, and the work of evangelism and disciple-making in Quebec. Ask God to show each member one faithful next step in serving Him.

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