In a world full of confusion, crisis, and collapsing values, how can you remain strong in your faith? In this episode, Pastor Chris Teien unpacks Jude 14–23 with timely insights on discerning truth from deception, standing firm in God’s love, and helping others hold on to hope. Discover how to guard your faith against spiritual shipwreck and become a lighthouse for others in the storm.

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16845127

Key Points:

1. Remember that God Will Bring Judgment – Jude warns about false teachers who seem appealing but are spiritually dangerous. Like hidden reefs, they cause destruction beneath the surface. God will ultimately judge ungodliness (Jude 14–15; 2 Peter 2:1; Romans 12:19).
2. Stay Alert and Stand Firm in the Truth – Be prepared for spiritual opposition. False teachers and scoffers will arise, but we must cling to the truth we’ve been taught (Jude 17–19; Acts 20:29–31; 2 Timothy 4:3).
3. Take Action to Strengthen Your Faith and Help Others – Build up your faith through prayer, the Word, and godly community. Show mercy to doubters and reach out to save others from spiritual danger (Jude 20–23).
4. Live with Eternity in View – Keep yourself in God's love while waiting for Christ's return. Trust in His mercy and share His hope with those still lost in darkness (Jude 21).

Stories
Pastor Chris shares how current events—like local mining layoffs and cultural unrest—can make the world feel like it’s falling apart. He also illustrates how even small deviations from truth can lead to spiritual disaster, drawing from personal experiences in boating and taxes.

Quotes

• “What looked like guidance was actually a trap—just like false teaching that seems helpful but leads to destruction.”
• “Satan masquerades as an angel of light and uses culture, entertainment, and even relationships to pull you away from God.”
• “If you’ve shipwrecked your life, don’t stay stuck. Accept Jesus’ forgiveness and move forward with a new lease on your spiritual life.”

Takeaways

1. Are there areas in your life where you’re following a false light? Ask God for discernment.
2. Build your faith by spending time in prayer, Scripture, and community each week.
3. Share the truth of the gospel with someone who may be doubting or spiritually drifting.
4. Be a lighthouse—stand firm in God’s truth and guide others toward safe harbor in Christ.

Scripture

• Jude 14–23 – Judgment on the ungodly, mercy for doubters, and a call to snatch others from danger.
• 2 Corinthians 11:14 – Satan masquerades as an angel of light.
• 2 Peter 2:1 – False teachers will secretly introduce destructive heresies.
• Acts 20:29–31 – Paul’s warning about savage wolves from within the church.
• 2 Timothy 4:3 – People will seek teachers to suit their own desires.
• Romans 12:19 – “Vengeance is mine,” says the Lord.

Keywords
Jude Bible Study, False Teaching, Spiritual Discernment, End Times, Faith Strengthening, Christian, Perseverance, God’s Judgment, Standing Firm, Doubters

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The WELL Faith Sermon Audio Podcast shares practical and encouraging Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you grow in your walk with Christ. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church in Virginia, MN. Follow and review on your favorite platform. Send comments to: [email protected]