Jude 1:20-21 “But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, 21) keep yourselves in the love of God.”
Life is full of competing voices some encouraging, some confusing, and others downright destructive. The little letter of Jude, though brief, speaks powerfully into this reality. Written to a group of weary believers, it carried both a warning and a word of encouragement. The warning was clear: not every voice can be trusted. Some people distort truth, divide communities, and draw others away from God.
But Jude did not leave his readers in fear. Instead, he reminded them that they already had everything they needed to stand firm. His counsel was simple yet profound: hold tight to God. Build your lives on His Word, stay rooted in prayer, and continually keep yourselves in the love of God as you wait for His promises to be fulfilled.
Jude 1:20-21 captures this encouragement: “But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.”
These words remind us that faith is not a one-time decision; it’s a daily commitment. Staying grounded in Scripture keeps our hearts anchored in truth when the world pulls us in different directions. Praying in the Spirit connects us to God’s presence, refreshing our hearts and aligning us with His will.
Living in God’s love keeps us secure, reminding us that we are held by the One who never lets go. God’s love isn’t something we encounter once and then move on from. It is an endless well, a love we return to over and over again. The more we immerse ourselves in His love, the stronger our faith grows, and the less we are swayed by the voices around us.
Take a moment to pause and reflect. How can you deepen your connection with God? Maybe it’s setting aside intentional moments for prayer, spending more time in Scripture, or surrounding yourself with people who remind you of His love. Holding tight to God is not about striving harder; it’s about leaning into His presence and remembering that His love is the anchor of your life. And as we wait for the day when everything is made new, let us remain faithful, confident that the One who holds us will never let us go.
Amen.
SIX KEY TAKEAWAY POINTS
Jude reminds believers that not every voice is trustworthy, so we must stay anchored in truth.
Building faith daily through Scripture strengthens us against confusion and division.
Prayer in the Spirit connects us deeply to God’s presence and guidance.
God’s love is not a one-time encounter but a continual source of strength and security.
Holding tight to God is about resting in His presence, not striving in our own strength.
As we wait for God’s promises, His love is the anchor that keeps us steady and unshaken.
