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“Spotlight On A Bible Verse: Jude 3”
Categories: Bible, Daily Living, FaithSpotlight On A Bible Verse: Jude 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.” Jude’s letter is unique. He had intended to write to Christians about the common salvation. However, it was necessary for him to remind folks to “earnestly contend for the faith.” To “contend” means to strive or agonize. Many Christians forget that being a Christian involves contending, or striving for what is right. Shame on us! Jude was stating something that Paul had taught to others (II Cor. 10:3-5; Eph. 6:13-18). Similarly, Peter stated that fleshly lusts “war against the soul” (I Pet. 2:11). Let us understand that Satan is not playing with us. Why then are so many Christians playing with him? Let us open our eyes and understand that we must strive or contend with Satan and evil in this life. We are in a fight for our souls and the souls of others. God has called us to be soldiers (II Tim. 2:4). Therefore, let us do as Jude said and “earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered to the saints”!
- Jarrod Jacobs
