This entry is part 1 of 5 in the series Jude ExpositionPurpose and Content of the Book Jude began writing his letter as an exposition of our common salvation. It may have been similar in theme to 1 Peter. But, by the leading of God’s Spirit, Jude’s emphasis turns polemical, addressing the error and erring that existed in his day. Thus, the final product looks much like 2 Peter. In his second letter, Peter told...
This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series 2 John ExpositionAbiding in the Truth (v. 7-11) John becomes polemical in this section, for he must be faithful to both the positive and the negative aspects of his message. His goal is to keep believers steadfast, not even to evangelize the false teachers, but simply to keep God’s people watching for error. False teachings and false teachers must be rejected. He simplifies the error...
This entry is part 3 of 6 in the series Foundations for Theology Are the people marked by wanting to have their ears tickled? And do the preachers preach what entertains, or do they preach the whole counsel of God? (2 Timothy 4:3 / Acts 20:26-27) Do they depart from sound doctrine? (2 Timothy 4:3) False teachers enjoy criticizing the obviously faithful ministers of the Word. (2 Cor. 10:10) Do they rally behind a fable,...
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