Jude 17-25 - "God's Keeping Power in a Divisive Age"

James Long, Jr. 

Steadfast Living in an Unsteady World / Jude 17–25

Explore the profound truths in Jude 17-25 as we delve into the apostolic predictions, the call to fortify our faith, the urgency of reaching the lost, and the unwavering assurance of God's protective power. Join us in understanding how to stand firm in 'God's Keeping Power in a Divisive Age.'‌

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Message Exposition: God's Keeping Power in a Divisive Age (Jude 17-25)

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REMEMBER: Remembering Apostolic Predictions (Jude 17-19)

• ‌Warning - The importance of heeding apostolic teachings: The rise of scoffers in the last days (vs. 17-18)

Paul’s predicts that false teachers will invade the church (Acts 20:29-30 and
1 Timothy 4:1-3)

• Following their own passions
• The characteristics of divisive individuals
• Profile of False Teachers
• They cause divisions 
• They are worldly people
• They are devoid of the Spirit.

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REAFFIRM: Building Up in Faith (v. 20-21)

• Building: The call to spiritual growth and maturity.
• Praying: The role of prayer in the believer's life.
• Waiting: Abiding in God's love and awaiting Christ's mercy.

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RESCUE: Responding to the Lost (v. 22-23)

• ‌Doubters (those who doubt): Showing mercy to those who doubt

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REST ASSURED: The Assurance of God's Keeping Power (v. 24-25)

• ‌God preserves His people
• God presents His people before His glory with great joy
• ‌God deserves our highest praise

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