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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Contending With Evil Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 13, 2019
     | 3,317 views

    Just because we are chosen by God, baptized into Christ, does not mean that we are infallibly going to attain God’s promises. We are always tempted, as Christ was, to follow the allurements of the world, flesh and devil.

    Saint Anthony of the Desert 2019 Saint Anthony–the less famous one we call “Anthony of the Desert”–died 1653 years ago today. Since he is also called “Anthony the Great” and “Anthony of Egypt” and several other honorifics, we might want to know more about him, and what he can teach us today. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Our Common Salvation And Contending Earnestly For The Faith - Jude 1 Verse 3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 10, 2022
     | 2,387 views

    Jude was setting out the points of our common salvation, when the Holy Spirit urged on him the importance and urgency to defend that salvation. That overtook him, and he asked the readers to “contend earnestly” for the faith. He appealed to them to do that.

    OUR COMMON SALVATION AND CONTENDING EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH - Jude 1 verse 3 MESSAGES IN JUDE – MESSAGE 2 Jude 1 v 3 {{Jude 1:3 “Beloved, while I was making every effort to write you about our common salvation, I felt the necessity to write to you, appealing that you con-tend earnestly for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Word Of Praise (The Doxology)

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 22, 2021
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    Jude sounds a warning of danger and he issues a call to action. He calls on the Called, the Beloved, the Kept for Jesus Christ to "earnestly contend for the faith".

    A doxology is a short prayer or hymn of praise that extols the glory and majesty of God. Originally Jude (the brother of Jesus) planned to write about the "common salvation" V3 of the Brethren, but God changed his direction. God wanted us to know the reality and the danger of ungodly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Earn This (Veterens Day Message)

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 16, 2014
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    Veterans Day Message

    Earn this…A Veteran’s Day Message Pastor Glenn Newton, November 10, 2013 Life Worthy of the Gospel - Philippians 1:27-30 27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Character Study Of Jude – The Brother Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
     | 41 views

    Jude, the brother of Jesus, provides an inspiring example of transformation, faithfulness, and boldness. His letter, though brief, carries powerful warnings against falsehood and calls believers to grow spiritually and contend for the faith.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JUDE – THE BROTHER OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jude 1:1 "Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called." Supporting Texts: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, John ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Defending The Faith Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 12, 2020
     | 4,526 views

    Defending the Faith - Jude verses 3-4 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: #1: WHAT ARE WE CONTENDING FOR? We contend for the faith.... by remembering the apostles teaching (vs 17). by praying in the Holy Spirit (vs 20). by keeping yourself in God’s love (vs 21). by waiting for Jesus Christ (v.21). #2: WHO DO WE CONTEND AGAINST? Apostates who ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Hey Jude Don't Be Afraid Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2017
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     | 25,776 views

    Jude speaks of people who "infiltrate" the church to damage it. Who are they and why do they do that? And how can we "contend for the Faith" when faced with these kinds of folks?

    It was the winter of 1944. The German army was in a desperate situation and ultimately launched what became known as the Battle of the Bulge. A key part of their strategy was to disrupt and mis-direct reinforcements that the Allies would be sending into the battle. They called it “Operation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Content For The Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 25, 2023
     | 926 views

    Christianity survived for centuries for a simple reason its built on Faith in God. It would survive till the end of the earth, end of the humanity and end of everything. Because God has built His Kingdom through one man and till the last person holds the faith, it would exist.

    Jude 1:3 - Content for the Faith Delivered to Saints: Jude writes to encourage his readers to violently defend the faith that the apostles had taught. Jude writes that "the faith … was once for all delivered to the saints" (Jude 1:3). To be a saint means you stand shoulder to shoulder ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Our God Is Able And The Fourth Man Of Daniel 3

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 27, 2023
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    The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave nor forsake you.” When faced with the fiery furnace, will you contend for the faith, or bow?

    2023.08.27. Sermon Notes. Our GOD is able, and the Fourth man. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: The fiery furnace. Three men were thrown into the fiery furnace, and yet, there were four walking in the midst of the Fire. Their faith said, “Our GOD is able”, because GOD said, “HE will never leave ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    What A Wonderful World Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 17, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,165 views

    When we "Contend For The Faith" we need to realize the importance of contending for the fact that we have been created in the image of God. We're not an accident - we have value and a reason to live. But if folks damage that "image" how can they fix that?

    (We started out the sermon with a video from BBC One Videos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auSo1MyWf8g - which displays the wonder of God’s creation accompanied by a poetic reading of the song “What A Wonderful World”) What a wonderful world we live in. The Psalmist observed “When I look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Contend Pt.2 Why Do We Believe? Series

    Contributed by Paul Culbertson on Mar 22, 2013
     | 4,850 views

    Most Christians can't share with non-christian why they believe except to say I believe because I believe. Faith is an amazing gift, but God gave answers to why all throughout the universe! WE WANT TO HELP YOU HAVE ANSWERS!

    March 17, 2013 Love does. CONTEND pt.2 // why? Good Morning! Why do we believe? We want our church to be a place where answers are found and people not only believe but can explain why they believe. It was autumn, and the Indians on the remote reservation asked their new Chief if the winter was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Disciples Contend For Greatness Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2017
     | 9,968 views

    It is humility that brings honor and growth to God’s people. A person, who humbles himself like a little child, even though that may cause others to ignore or dislike him, will be the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. The humblest Christians are the....

    Capernaum Lesson: Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Disciples Contend For Greatness

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 14, 2012
     | 5,007 views

    There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there was never a greater preacher of it, than Jesus. On several occasions, He had talked to his disciples and followers about it. I wonder, is there a bit of worldly ambition present in these

    Capernaum (53) Disciples Contend for Greatness Matthew 18:1-10 A LITTLE CHILD BECOMES AN OBJECT LESSON: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? (Matthew 18:1) There never was a greater pattern for humility than Jesus, and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Caring Enough To Contend Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 9, 2021
     | 2,392 views

    Caring Enough to Contend Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS October 10, 2021

    Caring Enough to Contend Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS October 10, 2021 Intro My added welcome... to each of you here and connecting online. I’m so glad that your joining in this time of growing together. And today we are continuing our Fall focus on building better relationships. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sin Is Creepy! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,210 views

    Sin has crept its way into our society and it is driving God out and replacing God with evil ways. But Jude tells us to contend for the faith because sin always costs people their lives.

    Sin is creepy! Series: Hey Jude! part 1 Open with video clip: You tube “What is Sin??” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZcSFWimRzY Thesis: Sin has crept its way into our society and it is driving God out and replacing God with evil ways. But Jude tells us to contend for the faith because sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational