Scripture: Jude 1: 4
For certain people have crept in unnoticed [just as if they were sneaking in by a side door]. They are ungodly persons whose condemnation was predicted long ago, for they distort the grace of our God into decadence and immoral freedom [viewing it as an opportunity to do whatever they want], and deny and disown our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ.
Scripture Commentary:
The Bible is inspired by God and should never be twisted or manipulated. There are certain people who avoid studying The Bible because they think theology is dry and boring. Some people refuse to learn correct doctrine and are susceptible to false teaching. They aren’t fully grounded in God’s truth.
We must understand the basic doctrines of our faith so that we can recognize false doctrines. We need to always be on guard against wrong teaching that would undermine our faith.
In the first century and today we have people teaching that Christians could do whatever they like without fear of God’s punishment. They have a light view of God’s holiness and His justice.
Are you a Christian that minimizes the sinfulness of sin, believing that what you do has little to do with your faith?
Or do you believe how you act will show your faith? Those who truly have faith will show it by their deep respect for God and their sincere desire to live according to the principles in His Word. The truth of The Bible must not be compromised because it gives the real facts about Jesus Christ and salvation.
Jude emphasizes the important relationship between correct doctrine and true faith. Beware of those who claim to have all the answers and know not what they speak!
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