# Connecting Statement:

Because of those that would oppose God's word, Paul gives Titus reasons to preach God's word and warns him about false teachers.

# rebellious people

These are rebellious people opposing Paul's gospel message.

# those of the circumcision

This refers to the Christian Jews who taught that one must be circumcised to follow Christ. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])

# Their words are worthless

"Their words do not benefit anyone"

# It is necessary to stop them

"They must be prevented from spreading their teachings" or "They must be stopped from influencing others by their words"

# what they should not teach

Things that are not proper to teach regarding Christ and the Law.

# for shameful profit

This refers only to profit that people make by doing things that are not honorable.

# break up whole families

"destroy the faith of whole families"