17th June 2018 - Sunday Church Service Bangalore
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the urgent need to contend earnestly for the faith, drawing heavily from the Epistle of Jude. He warns against unbelief, remaining within God's established boundaries, and falling into sin through defilement of the flesh, citing examples like Sodom and Gomorrah. The message cautions against following the ways of Cain, the error of Balaam, and the rebellion of Korah, urging the congregation to heed the warnings given through the Holy Spirit.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Contending earnestly for the faithBelievers are called to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all handed down to the saints.
The warning against unbeliefThe speaker highlights the historical warning that God destroyed those who did not believe after being saved out of Egypt.
Remaining within God's boundariesBelievers must stay within the boundaries of God's love, contrasted with angels and cities like Sodom and Gomorrah that abandoned their proper domains.
The way of Cain, the error of Balaam, and the rebellion of KorahJude warns against ungodly people who entered the church following the way of Cain, the greed of Balaam, and the rebellion of Korah.
Building yourselves up and praying in the Holy SpiritBelievers are exhorted to build themselves up on their most holy faith and keep themselves in the love of God.
Knowing and believing the love God has for usTo keep ourselves in God's love, we must personally know and believe the profound love He has for us, much like the Apostle John did.
Perfect love casts out fearFear involves punishment and indicates a lack of perfection in love, whereas God's discipline stems from His deep love as a Father.
Staying at the center of God's loveReal life is found by staying right at the center of God's love, recognizing that He loved us from eternity past.
God's love does not overlook sin but disciplines as a FatherWhile God's love is immense and unchanging, He does not turn a blind eye to sin; rather, He disciplines those He loves.Hebrews 12:5–6
A response of zealous repentanceWhen faced with God's loving reproof and discipline, the proper response is to be zealous, repent, and yield our lives completely to Him.Revelation 3:19
