“For God did not spare even the angels who sinned. He threw them into hell, in gloomy pits of darkness, where they are being held until the day of judgment. And God did not spare the ancient world—except for Noah and the seven others in his family. Noah warned the world of God’s righteous judgment.Continue reading “2 PETER 2:4-9 ”
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JUDE 1:22-23
“And you must show mercy to those whose faith is wavering. Rescue others by snatching them from the flames of judgment. Show mercy to still others, but do so with great caution, hating the sins that contaminate their lives.” Jude 1:22-23 NLT These two verses are powerful for the Christian ethic. While not being nearlyContinue reading “JUDE 1:22-23”
JUDE 1:21
“and await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will bring you eternal life. In this way, you will keep yourselves safe in God’s love.” Jude 1:21 NLT The responsibility to have an eternal perspective is paramount for Jude. In verse 21, he outlines the idea that sitting in salvation is not to createContinue reading “JUDE 1:21”
JUDE 1:1-2
“This letter is from Jude, a slave of Jesus Christ and a brother of James. I am writing to all who have been called by God the Father, who loves you and keeps you safe in the care of Jesus Christ. May God give you more and more mercy, peace, and love.” Jude 1:1-2 NLTContinue reading “JUDE 1:1-2”