Jude 3-11: How to deal with adversaries of the truth

Gregory Keelen

Vision Baptist Church

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Introduction

During the American Revolutionary War, a small group of soldiers was tasked with guarding a critical supply depot. These supplies were vital for the army’s continued resistance, but as time passed and no enemy attacks occurred, the soldiers grew complacent. They started focusing on trivial matters — who was in charge of the watch, personal squabbles, and even improving their camp’s comfort. They forgot the importance of the supplies they were protecting and lost sight of why they were there in the first place.

One night, while they were arguing over something insignificant, an enemy spy infiltrated their camp. Disguised as a friendly face, he moved around without suspicion, gathering information on their weaknesses. By the time the soldiers realized what was happening, the depot had been sabotaged, and the enemy launched a surprise attack. They had failed to identify the real threat and forgot the purpose of their mission — and they lost the battle as a result.

Application: In a similar way, Jude 3-11 warns us about the subtle, unnoticed threats of false teachers and ungodly influences that creep into the church. When we lose sight of the true battle — standing firm in the faith and protecting the truth of God’s Word — we can get distracted by secondary issues. Like those soldiers, we can fail to recognize the real enemy and end up unprepared for the spiritual battle. We must stay vigilant, knowing who and what we’re fighting for, or we risk losing ground for the faith.

Jude 3–11 KJV 1900

3 Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. 4 For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. 5 I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not. 6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day. 7 Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them, in like manner giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. 8 Likewise also these filthy dreamers defile the flesh, despise dominion, and speak evil of dignities. 9 Yet Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee. 10 But these speak evil of those things which they know not: but what they know naturally, as brute beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves. 11 Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.

We Are in a Battle for Truth

Look with me at Jude 3; we are told to contend for the faith. We can see that our enemy's favorite, time-tested weapon is deception and falsehoods. If we get off the truth, we will get off identity, purpose, and unity. The truth is essential and what we fight for.

Jude 3 KJV 1900

May I remind you what truth is?

Truth is that which is consistent with the mind, will, character, glory, and being of God. Even more to the point: truth is the self-expression of God. Truth is theological.

Truth is the way things really are. Reality is what it is because God declared it so and made it so. Therefore, God is the author, source, determiner, governor, arbiter, ultimate standard, and final judge of all truth.

God’s Word is truth. Jesus tells us this in John 17:17, "Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth." We are Christians because we have received the truth! Look with me at Colossians 1:5, "For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel."

John 17:17 KJV 1900

17 Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

Colossians 1:5 KJV 1900

5 For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel;

From Jude 1-2, we have seen who the truth makes us and where it will take us. In Jude 3-11, we are going to see three principles on how to fight for the truth.

Jude 1–2 KJV 1900

1 Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called: 2 mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied.

Jude 3–11 KJV 1900

Our Text: Jude 3–11

Jude 3–11 KJV 1900

3 Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. 4 For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. 5 I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not. 6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day. 7 Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. 8 Likewise also these filthy dreamers defile the flesh, despise dominion, and speak evil of dignities. 9 Yet Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee. 10 But these speak evil of those things which they know not: but what they know naturally, as brute beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves. 11 Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.

The Faith We Contend For

The first thing Jude introduces us to is the faith—more importantly, the faith we are called to contend for.

What is the Faith?

When Jude says faith here, he is not referring to belief in God that saves us. That faith cannot be taken from us or lost. Remember, we are kept by Christ and His power according to Jude 1—we're preserved! Or, as John 10:28 says, we are kept by the mighty hand of Jesus Christ! When Jude says faith, he means the delivered body of truths taught by the apostles.

Jude 1 KJV 1900

1 Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called:

John 10:28 KJV 1900

28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.

Look with me at Galatians 1:23, "But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed." Or look at how 1 Timothy 4:1 puts it, "Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith."

Galatians 1:23 KJV 1900

23 But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.

1 Timothy 4:1 KJV 1900

1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;

Jude reminds us that what we are fighting for is truth—but more than that, it is soul-saving, life-giving, heart-changing truth. Jude will also go on to define the truth more so we can better defend it.

Our Faith is Complete

The faith or truth we are contending for is complete. Notice with me in verse 3, we see the phrase “faith that was once delivered.” How many times? Once. That means what we believe is complete. Our faith is not fluid, fickle, or changing—it is settled!

I heard of a preacher who was quite tired one time, and while reading the Scriptures, he absentmindedly said, “If there are no additions or corrections, the Scriptures stand approved as read.”

There are no additions, amendments, corrections, or changes to the truth! Let me put it like this: if it is new, it’s not true. God may give new insights and perspectives on the truth, but He will not give new truth.

Look at what verse 8 calls those who add things to the truth of God’s Word. It uses the phrase filthy dreamers. What does that mean? He doesn't mean those who like to take naps during church, but rather those who claim to have “extra-biblical” revelation, or things they’d like to add to God’s Word. According to Psalm 119:89, God’s Word is settled. Our faith is complete.

Psalm 119:89 KJV 1900

89 LAMED. For ever, O Lord, Thy word is settled in heaven.

Jude has shown us that we have a complete faith; he will also teach us that we have a correct faith.

Our Faith is Correct

The Bible is finalized, complete, and fully delivered. As Jude 1:3 says, it’s “once for all delivered to the saints.” Not only is it complete, but it is also absolutely correct. If you consider yourself a dreamer, a visionary, or believe you’ve received some new revelation, you’re mistaken—because those are subjective. The truth of Scripture is objective; it never errs and is always right. There’s a key difference between being certain and being right. Did you know you can be absolutely certain and still be wrong?

Jude 3 KJV 1900

Marriage has a humbling effect. Husbands, I’m sure you can relate to this, but I am unable to do any kind of building or construction project at length with my wife without hearing the infamous phrase, “Are you sure that’s straight?” With confidence in my eyes, I’ll look at her and say, “Woman, it’s level, plum, straight, and flush, and I measured twice.” Well sure enough, as soon as I think I’m done and take a step back, it becomes apparent that confident does not equal correct. It was, in fact, not very straight.

Listen, sometimes you will be dead certain you are right and still be dead wrong. That’s why the Bible is here. That’s why we have the faith that is not only complete—it is correct.

Look with me at 2 Timothy 3:16–17, "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." Our faith is correct. Our truth is from God!

2 Timothy 3:16–17 KJV 1900

16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

Not only is our faith complete and correct, we will also learn that our faith has been committed to us.

Our Faith is Committed

Notice with me, according to verse 3, we are to contend for the faith that was once delivered unto the saints. If you’re here as a born-again believer in Jesus Christ, you’re a saint, and this truth is committed to you. I believe we don’t need to defend God’s Word for it to still work, but we are told to contend for it.

I like the old quote: “A dog barks when his master is attacked.” We should contend for the truth! The truth has been committed to us. Look at what Paul had to say about this in 1 Thessalonians 2:4, “But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.”

1 Thessalonians 2:4 KJV 1900

4 But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.

God has allowed us to proclaim and contend for His truth in this world! We should share it, defend it, preach it, and do whatever we can to see it advance.

Our faith is wonderful, and our Bible is true. Up until verse 3, Jude had defined who the truth makes us and what the truth is, but now he shifts focus to show us who the false teachers are. We are now going to see what rejecting the truth and believing untruth looks like.

The False Teacher Described

Jude begins detailing what those who oppose truth look like. He first draws our attention to their doctrine. These could be false Bible teachers, religious leaders—verse 3 and 4 tell us they could very well be in our midst. Thankfully, God gives us an outline of someone who is against the truth.

The Doctrine of Truth's Opponents

Notice with me in verse 4: they’re described as “denying the only Lord.”

Those against the truth are ultimately those against Christ. Jesus, after all, is the truth. Look with me at John 14:6, “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

John 14:6 KJV 1900

6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

To even dial it in further, notice with me this term in verse 4: “Lord.” Lord literally means owner. Those who deny the truth also deny Jesus’ authority. They deny Christ His rightful spot as King of their life.

Let’s put it like this: anyone coming in the name of truth but unwilling to submit to the Lordship of Christ is a counterfeit. I like how it’s said in Titus 1:16, “They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.”

Titus 1:16 KJV 1900

16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.

We not only see the doctrine of those who deny the truth, but look with me at their disposition.

The Disposition of Truth's Opponents

Jude not only shows us their doctrine but also their conduct. See, because what you believe will determine how you behave.

Look with me at what they do in verse 4: “turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness.” They perverted God’s grace and changed it into licentiousness—or that is to say, unrestrained immorality. Everything was on the table for them. Because they don’t have and believe the truth, they are stuck in a cycle of their unredeemed lifestyle.

Look with me at how it's laid out in John 8:34, “Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.” They are servants of sin because they have not received the truth. Those who really know Jesus and the truth must live like it. Romans 6:1–2 says it so well, “What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?”

John 8:34 KJV 1900

34 Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.

Romans 6:1–2 KJV 1900

1 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? 2 God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?

We have seen their doctrine and disposition, but Jude will also give us a peek into what destiny awaits those who deny the truth.

The Destiny of Truth's Opponents

Look with me again at verses 5-7:

“I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not. And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day. Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.” (Jude 5–7)

Jude 5–7 KJV 1900

5 I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not. 6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day. 7 Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them, in like manner giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.

In these verses, Jude gives further insight into the condemnation of the deceivers (v. 4b) by referencing three of God’s past judgments against apostates—specifically, apostate Israelites, apostate angels, and apostate Gentiles. Jude focuses on fallen angels and the people of Sodom and Gomorrah while also referencing the unbelieving Israelites.

Jude is trying to remind us of the fact: rejectors of the truth will always face judgment. I don’t mean to be heavy, but these are the consequences of rejecting the truth.

The First Example: Israel’s False Profession

Look with me at Jude 5, “I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not.”

Jude 5 KJV 1900

5 I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not.

That is in reference to Israel. Think back to the Exodus. The people came out of Egypt, but later they were destroyed because they didn’t believe (Jude 1:5). Now, what does that mean? It means they were among the redeemed. They were there when God parted the Red Sea. They witnessed the Passover night. They followed the pillar of cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night. Outwardly, they were part of the group, but God still judged them. These people didn’t lose their salvation because they never had it in the first place. They had the appearance of faith but not the reality. They professed belief, but they never truly possessed it.

Jude 5 KJV 1900

5 I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not.

Just because someone professes faith in the truth does not mean they have placed faith in the truth. Jesus gives a solemn warning about this in Matthew 7:22, “Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?” You can’t fake it with God.

Matthew 7:22 KJV 1900

22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?

The Second Example: The Fallen Angels and Their Futile Position

Jude now draws our attention to the angels in verse 6. Let’s read Jude 6:

Jude 6 KJV 1900

6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.

“And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.”

They were destroyed despite their position. Look at verse 6: "And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own habitation, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgment of the great day." (Jude 1:6).

Jude 6 KJV 1900

6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.

What Jude is saying here is, “Don’t think your title or position makes you immune to judgment.” These were bright, glorious, holy angels. They held places of authority in heaven. Yet, when they rebelled, they fell—and were judged and condemned.

You might be a pastor. You might be a deacon, a teacher, or even a seminary professor. But position doesn’t protect you from the consequences of falling away. No matter your role, if you reject the truth, judgment awaits.

The Third Example: Sodom and Gomorrah’s Prosperity

Jude now draws our focus to Sodom and Gomorrah’s judgment in verse 7:

“Even as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities around them in a similar manner to these, having given themselves over to sexual immorality and gone after strange flesh, are set forth as an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.” (Jude 1:7).

Jude 7 KJV 1900

7 Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them, in like manner giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.

Sodom was a wealthy and prosperous city. Ezekiel tells us that “This was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: pride, fullness of bread, and abundance of idleness; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. They were not ashamed when they committed abominations” (Ezekiel 16:49-50). Things were going well for them—life was good, and prosperity was at its peak—when God’s judgment came. He had to hurry Lot out of the city before fire and brimstone rained down.

Ezekiel 16:49–50 KJV 1900

49 Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom, pride, fulness of bread, and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters, neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. 50 And they were haughty, and committed abomination before me: therefore I took them away as I saw good.

God left the ruins of Sodom as an example, a smoking reminder of what happens to those who live in ungodliness. Jude says they suffered the vengeance of eternal fire, and their punishment is a preview of the eternal judgment that awaits the unregenerate—those who reject God’s truth or turn away from it.

Do we learn from this? Sodom’s destruction is God’s final, permanent judgment on those who scorn His truth. It’s a warning of the horrific, everlasting torment that awaits those who rebel against Him.

The Conclusion: Contend for the Faith

This passage, with its three striking examples of apostasy, is a sobering reminder of the fate that awaits those who reject the truth. It stands as a clear motivation for believers to continue fighting for the truth of the Gospel. But it also serves as a solemn warning to anyone who knows the truth, yet for whatever reason, is tempted to abandon it. The message is clear: turning from the Gospel has eternal consequences.

Our Fighting Methods Outlined

The worst kind of fight to be in is one you fail to realize has already started. As we close, I’d like to give you our fighting instructions.

Our Foes

Notice first with me, we have real foes. Look at this passage, and you’ll see in verse 4: “certain men.” Look a little further in verse 9, and you’ll see “the devil.” This may be basic, but can I remind you that we are in a real battle for the truth with real opponents? I’ll quickly echo Peter’s warning: look at 1 Peter 5:8, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.”

1 Peter 5:8 KJV 1900

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

Our Weapon

Jude gives us a powerful example of fighting for truth in verse 9, where we see the archangel Michael in a direct confrontation with the Devil. The context is mysterious, as it involves a dispute over the body of Moses, but let’s not get distracted by the oddities of the story. The real lesson here is found in Michael’s response to the Devil. What did he say? He simply declared, “The Lord rebuke thee.”

Now, what’s significant here isn’t the content of the argument but the way Michael chose to contend for truth. Despite being an archangel, Michael didn’t rely on his own power or authority to win the battle against Satan. Instead, he appealed to God’s authority. By saying, “The Lord rebuke thee,” Michael demonstrated that true spiritual victory comes not from our own strength or cleverness but by faith in the sovereign power of God. Michael knew that the battle ultimately belonged to the Lord.

This teaches us an important principle for our own fight for truth. When faced with opposition—whether it’s false teaching, temptation, or spiritual warfare—we must resist the temptation to rely solely on our own abilities or wisdom. Instead, we should follow Michael’s example and put our trust in God’s sovereignty. Michael’s faith in God’s ultimate authority ended the dispute with Satan, and that same confidence in God’s power will give us the victory as we contend for the truth in our own lives.

The battle isn’t ours to win by our own strength—it’s God’s. We fight by standing firm in the truth and trusting that God, in His sovereignty, will handle the rest.

We’re to Fight Looking to the Future

As we begin to close, let’s turn our attention to verses 3 and 11. I want to focus on two key phrases in these verses: “ordained to” in verse 3, and “woe unto” in verse 11.

First, consider the phrase “ordained to” in verse 3. Jude is warning us about those who have been marked out for judgment because of their rejection of the truth. These false teachers were not just a minor annoyance or misguided people—they were destined for condemnation because of their willful defiance against God’s truth. Their rebellion was no accident; it was part of a long history of those who oppose the truth of God’s Word.

Now, look at the phrase “woe unto” in verse 11. This is a powerful declaration of God’s judgment, a dire warning for those who follow in the footsteps of past rebels. Jude highlights examples from the Old Testament—Cain, Balaam, and Korah—each one representing a different way of rejecting God’s truth. Cain represents the rejection of God’s way of salvation, Balaam symbolizes greed and leading others into sin, and Korah exemplifies rebellion against God’s authority. The common thread? Destruction awaits them all.

As the American philosopher George Santayana once said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” This certainly rings true in Jude’s message. False teaching isn’t a new phenomenon; it’s been happening throughout history, and it always leads to the same outcome: destruction. Jude reminds us that those who stand in opposition to God’s truth will meet the same fate as those who have gone before them.

Now, we may encounter people today who reject the truth or refuse to believe it, and that can be frustrating. But rather than giving up in frustration or feeling defeated, we can find comfort in this: the truth needs no defense. God’s Word stands firm, and He will ultimately prevail. We’re not called to vindicate the truth ourselves; God will do that. Our responsibility is to contend for the faith and trust that God’s justice will prevail in the end.

Conclusion and Application

As we draw this message to a close, we’ve seen that destruction came upon those in Jude’s examples despite their profession, despite their position, and despite their prosperity. So what should we do as we contend for the truth? Let me leave you with six practical steps that will equip us in this fight for the faith:

Study the Faith If we’re going to contend for the faith, we first need to know what we’re fighting for. Jude doesn’t just say faith, he says the faith—the body of truth passed down from the apostles (Jude 1:3). You can’t defend what you don’t understand. Dig into the Word, study it, and learn what you believe. Ignorance of the truth leads to vulnerability to false teaching.

Jude 3 KJV 1900

Submit to the Faith It’s not enough just to study the faith; we must submit to it. That means crowning Jesus as Lord in every area of our lives. We must align our lives with the truth of God’s Word, letting it guide us, direct us, and shape our decisions. Submission to the faith isn’t a one-time thing—it’s a daily surrender to the Lordship of Christ.

Show the Faith We must not only know the truth but live it out. The greatest argument for Christianity isn’t what we say, it’s how we live. Our lives should reflect the truth we believe. The world is watching, and our actions either support or contradict the faith we claim to hold. Let your life be the best evidence of the transforming power of God’s truth.

Stand for the Faith Jude calls us to contend for the faith, to stand firm against falsehood. We can’t afford to be passive or indifferent. It’s easy to shy away from confrontation, but we are called to defend the truth. Be bold, hold onto the truth like a bulldog with a bone, and refuse to let go. Don’t back down when the world challenges God’s Word—stand for it.

Support the Faith Our prayers, time, resources, and talents should all be aligned with God’s truth. Stand with churches and ministries that preach the Gospel without compromise. Don’t waste your support on places that water down the Word or cater to the culture. If we believe this truth, we must put our efforts and resources behind it, supporting those who are faithful to proclaiming it.

Share the Faith Finally, we need to share the faith. It’s not enough to keep it to ourselves; we have a responsibility to bring others to the knowledge of Christ. We have the greatest truth ever known, and we can’t afford to stay silent. The real proof that you believe the Bible is when you share it with others. Just as news of a cure for cancer would spread like wildfire, so should the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If we truly believe it, we should be eager to tell others about the hope we’ve found.

Let Jude’s message motivate you: there’s a battle for the Bible, a fight for the faith. This fight will continue until Christ returns, and it will not be easy. If you’re looking for a comfortable, convenient way to serve God, this isn’t it. But if you’re ready to stand in the truth, fight the good fight, and trust in the victory that’s already been won in Christ, then stay the course. Contend for the faith, knowing that our God and His Word will never fail.

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