2 &3 John, Jude

December 23

2 &3 John, Jude

As long as we live in this world, there will be opposition to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Some people bring obvious opposition, but the more dangerous are those who try to change the message of Jesus in subtle ways that may go unnoticed. Sometimes the gospel in all its truth is difficult to hear. The softening of the words is easier on our ears. The excuse of we are only human takes away the sting of sin. But God has called us to so much more. He calls us to walk in obedience to Him. He calls us to follow Him, no matter the cost. There will be people who try to knock us off course, but remember the road is narrow that leads to eternal life and only a few find it. (Matthew 7:14).

To try to live the Christian life without the power of God leading us is impossible, but God “is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy—" (Jude 24, NIV) Through prayer, scripture reading, the fellowship of believers, and faith in Jesus, we are able to persevere through a life of trials and will receive our eternal reward in Christ.