Scripture

“Now I desire to remind you, though you are fully informed, that the Lord, who once for all saved a people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed those who did not believe.” Jude 5

Reflections

Parents who love their children warn them about touching stovetops.

In the same way, Jude speaks words of warning that we may not want to hear.  God’s mercy is real, but so is His justice.  In verses 5–7, Jude reminds us of three examples: Israel, rescued from Egypt yet judged for unbelief; angels who rebelled and are kept in chains for the day of judgment; and Sodom and Gomorrah, destroyed for rejecting God’s design for righteousness.

God’s salvation and judgement go hand in hand.  He rescues those who trust in him but does not overlook persistent rebellion.  These words are not meant to drive us to despair but to repentance—to remind us that genuine faith clings to Christ in obedience and humility.

God’s warnings are expressions of his love.  He alerts us to danger so we can turn back to safety.  In a world that often mocks the godly life and calls sin “freedom,” Jude calls us to stay anchored in God’s truth, walking faithfully in the grace that saves and transforms us.

God’s grace is never a license to live however we please.  The same Lord who rescues also calls his people to remain faithful.

Prayer

Merciful God, thank you for warning me in love.  Keep me faithful to your truth and anchored in Christ, that I may live in your mercy and holiness.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Jude 5-7