Jude 20-23
It seems to me the worst thing that I can endure is waiting. I can’t stand to simply sit idle while I wait for others to finish whatever it is they are doing. In need something to do while I am spending time sitting. The Book of Jude has some advice for faithful followers along these lines.
What two things are recommended in verse 20? What else are we to do, according to verse 21? When will we do that?
What further instructions are offered in verses 22 and 23? How strongly are we to hate sin?
The first step in our faith is to believe. We are to know deep in our hearts that Jesus Christ is indeed the Son of God and our Savior. The second step is to build ourselves up in our faith.
Our beliefs, our faith, should not be a shallow thing or an empty thing. We need to be confident in our faith, knowledgeable in what we believe.
Many people keep their eyes fixed on the day they are going to heaven. There are even many songs that address the coming glory. And there is nothing wrong with anticipating our time in heaven. But we must not be caught up only in that distant vision. We have work to do here.
While we are waiting for the future glory there is much to be done for ourselves and our brothers and sisters. We can build our faith. We can pray earnestly to help others. We can work to show God’s mercy to others and we can work to save souls.
The faithful should not confess Jesus as Lord and then sit idly by. We must deepen our faith and help others find that relationship with God.
What do you feel you need to do to build your faith?
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