Gary Pierce - September 3, 2023
Jude 17-25
In this final message in Jude, Gary Pierce discusses the importance of staying true to one's faith and avoiding the influence of false teachers. He emphasizes the need to remember the warnings given by the apostles about the existence of false teachers in the last days, who follow their own desires and cause division within the church. Gary advises believers to build their faith, pray in alignment with God's will, and keep themselves in God's love. He also encourages showing mercy to those who doubt and rescuing others from destructive paths. Ultimately, Gary highlights the role of Jesus in keeping believers from stumbling and presenting them blameless before God, deserving eternal praise and devotion.
Scripture References: Jude 1:17-25
From Series: "Unfollow - A Study in Jude"
The book of Jude is a letter from the half-brother of Jesus to the early church. Jude initially wanted to write about their common salvation but instead urges them to contend for the faith against ungodly people who have snuck into the church and perverted the grace of God. These false teachers deny Jesus and are predestined to punishment. Jude warns the church to not follow them.