Jude 1:3

French OST (Ostervald)

Mes bien-aimés, comme j'ai fort à cœur de vous écrire touchant le salut qui nous est commun, je me sens obligé de le faire, pour vous exhorter à combattre pour la foi qui a été donnée une fois aux saints.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Jude is writing to believers and expresses his desire to write about salvation for all. However, he feels it's important to remind them to defend the true faith that was given to Christians from the beginning.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy that your parents gave you. Now, imagine someone tries to tell you it’s not really yours or changes how it works. Jude is saying we should work hard to protect our beliefs because they're special and important, just like protecting your favorite toy.

Historical Background

Jude, one of Jesus' half-brothers, wrote this letter in the late first century AD to a group of Christians who were facing challenges from false teachings. The cultural setting was one where various religious ideas mixed with Christianity, making it necessary for Jude to stress the importance of holding onto true beliefs.

Living It Out Today

Today, we might see this as a call to defend our faith in our workplaces or schools where there are many different views and philosophies. For example, if someone argues that all religions are the same, you can gently explain why Christianity is unique based on its teachings about Jesus Christ.

Topics

• faith
• salvation
• contending for truth
• saints
• false teachings
• diligence

Related Verses

• Galatians 1:6-9
• 2 Timothy 1:13-14
• Colossians 2:8
• 1 Peter 3:15
• Revelation 2:24

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'common salvation' mean in this verse?

'Common salvation' refers to the shared experience of salvation that all Christians partake in through Jesus Christ.

Why is it important to contend for the faith as mentioned by Jude?

Contending for the faith means defending and preserving true teachings. It’s crucial because false beliefs can mislead people away from the truth.

Who are 'the saints' referred to in this verse?

'The saints' refers to all believers who have been set apart by God through their faith in Jesus Christ.

How can we apply Jude's exhortation today?

We can apply it by being knowledgeable about our faith, engaging respectfully with others about it, and staying true to what the Bible teaches.