Jude - The Call to Contend for the Faith - New Jerusalem Bible

The book of Jude is a short but powerful letter found in the New Testament of the Bible. It is written by Jude, who identifies himself as the brother of James and a servant of Jesus Christ. This letter is addressed to Christians everywhere, encouraging them to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. The main theme of Jude's letter is the importance of standing firm in the face of false teachings and immoral behavior. Jude warns his readers about false teachers who have infiltrated the church, twisting the grace of God into a license for immorality and denying Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. He reminds them of the consequences that these false teachers will face, using examples from the Old Testament to illustrate God's judgment on those who reject Him. Jude encourages his readers to remember the apostles' teachings and to build themselves up in their faith. He reminds them to pray in the Holy Spirit, keep themselves in God's love, and have mercy on those who doubt. Jude emphasizes the importance of living a holy and righteous life, while at the same time showing compassion and mercy towards others. Throughout the letter, Jude refers to various stories and events from the Old Testament to emphasize his points. He mentions the Israelites who were rescued from Egypt but later perished in the wilderness due to their rebellion and unbelief. He also refers to the angels who sinned and were cast out of heaven, as well as the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, which were destroyed because of their sexual immorality. In conclusion, the book of Jude serves as a warning against false teachings and immorality within the church. Jude encourages believers to stand firm in their faith, to build themselves up in their most holy faith, and to show compassion towards others. It is a powerful reminder that we are called to live holy and righteous lives, holding fast to the truth that has been entrusted to us. #BookOfJude #StandFirm #FalseTeachings #Immorality #HolyFaith #BuildUp #Mercy #ImpureActions #God'sJudgment #RighteousLiving Seja membro deste canal e ganhe benefícios: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0qoQkWxIdKdMWJeUvhTZA/join Siga-nos também: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bibliacatolicaonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bibliacatolica/ Telegram: https://t.me/bibliacatolicaonline Twitter: https://twitter.com/bibliacatolica