JEFF TURNER
In the book of Jude, verse 3 explains why the letter was written. The writer urges believers to stand strong and contend for the faith that was once for all time handed down. This is not about personal belief or feelings. It refers to the truth revealed by God.
The word “contend” in this verse means to struggle or fight. It describes a serious effort, like being in a battle. Today, Christians may not realize how intense the conflict is between what is true and what is false. This fight is not physical, but spiritual. It is a struggle to protect and hold onto God’s truth.
Christians are called to both follow and defend God’s Word. This means we must know what the Bible teaches, live by it, and be ready to stand up for it when it’s challenged. All Scripture comes from God and is useful for teaching, correcting, and training in righteousness. This is the truth we are called to defend with care and courage.
All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man or woman of God may be fully capable, equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16–17
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