There has probably always been a generation gap, a lack of understanding between people of different ages. We aren't surprised to hear older people criticizing the young, and younger people disrespecting those older than them.
God's vision for the church is for old and young to grow together to "adorn the doctrine of God our Savior" (2:10). After giving instructions for dealing with trouble-makers in the church Paul instructs Titus to "teach what accords with sound doctrine" (5). Here's his plan: those who are more mature should mentor those who are less mature. In the church discipleship should bridge the generation gap.
God speaks first to older saints. "Older" should be understood relatively. There is no strict age cutoff. "Older" men (2) and women (3) are simply those who by reason of Christian experience and maturity are in a better position to help others grow in godliness. They are usually older. But even Titus, though probably not an old man, was to be "in all respects … a model of good works" (7). He is included among those who should proclaim God's "might to another generation" (Ps. 71:18).
Young people, for their part, must be receptive to the mentoring of those more mature than them. So take note.
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