Against the dark and dangerous backdrop that Jude depicts in the earlier portion of his letter, just how will believers make it safely to the Christian life’s finish line? Jude’s concluding verses answer this question, assuring readers of God’s faithful work in their lives. Alistair Begg reminds us that God’s great work—namely, His preservation of, presentation of, and jubilation over His people—is at the very heart of the life of faith. We are kept for God by the work of Christ, and He is our eternal joy and lasting treasure.

With so much opposition to a biblical worldview surrounding us, how do we navigate the time in which we live with grace, kindness, mercy, and sensibility? In this message, Alistair Begg provides four words that frame our discussions about the Christian faith: the “good,” the “bad,” the “new,” and the “perfect.” Beginning with the creation account in Genesis, we can understand how we came to be, what happened when sin entered the world, and why God has chosen to renew all things—including His children—in Christ.

At the Lord’s Supper, believers are invited to eat and drink as we remember and give thanks for Jesus, who has set us free. But what does it mean to be free in Christ? Alistair Begg examines two short verses in Galatians 4 that summarize Christ’s work and remind us of the immense privilege of knowing God. We are free because Christ has fulfilled the law as our representative and assumed the penalty for our sin on the cross. As adopted sons and daughters, our freedom, confidence, and security are in Him alone.

In the closing portion of his letter, Jude reminded his readers of the scoffers who would come, encouraging believers to deal mercifully with “those who doubt.” Explaining Jude’s exhortation, Alistair Begg addresses how we should care for these three types of doubters: with the first group, kindly and patiently bearing with them; with the second, pursuing them wholeheartedly to save them from imminent danger; and with the third, proceeding cautiously to avoid being pulled into sin ourselves. In all scenarios, we are reminded that the answer and hope for each group is at the cross of Christ.

God’s providence is a difficult doctrine to grapple with amid suffering. Speaking at Parkside’s Cancer Support Dinner, Alistair Begg reminds us that like Naomi, who acknowledged God’s providence alongside her bitter pain, we ought to be honest about our circumstances without feeling that we have given up on God by doing so. God was working in the particulars of Naomi’s life as well as in the broad strokes of history to accomplish His will. At the end of her story, and of ours, is the promise of a Savior.

In every generation, the church will encounter those who oppose the things of God. Jude therefore urged believers to contend for the faith and to keep themselves “in the love of God.” Alistair Begg reminds us that this “keeping” is not mysterious or isolated; rather, it is an exhortation to the regular assembly of worship, where we hear from God’s Word and cultivate relationships with other believers. It is a call to steadfast prayer and hopeful anticipation of Christ’s return, trusting that the one who loves us and brings us into His family keeps us, even as we keep ourselves.

“Did God really say that?” Such challenges to God’s word began in the garden of Eden and continue to this day. In his letter to the early church, Jude identified telltale signs of false teachers who distort the truth, cause division, and lead others astray. Walking us through Jude’s warnings, Alistair Begg explains that life and peace are only truly enjoyed when we experience Christ’s forgiveness. God’s indwelling Spirit enables believers to understand and obey the living, unchanging Word of God—and to recognize its counterfeits.

Just as a golfer wants his ball on the fairway, so we should want to keep on the path to eternal life. In this special graduation message, Alistair Begg expounds on the oft-cited verses of Proverbs 3:5–6, reminding us all—young and old—of God’s greatness and cautioning that putting our confidence in Him is an all-or-nothing deal. When we trust Him with all of our ways and all of our hearts, we can be sure that He will make our paths straight according to His good and perfect will.

Throughout the Old Testament, we find an unfolding picture of God Almighty as the divine warrior appearing from heaven to establish justice and righteousness on earth. Jude’s letter, explains Alistair Begg, reminds us that this anticipation finds its fulfillment in the Lord Jesus. He who came to earth, died in our place, rose from the grave, and ascended to heaven will one day return as promised, judge the whole world, and save those who have believed in and received Him with open and empty hands.

In verses 11–13 of his epistle, Jude used three Old Testament examples and six stark word pictures to warn his readers about those who distort the Gospel through false teaching and ungodly living. These “certain people,” he explained, are untethered and fruitless, and their path is one of destruction and ultimate separation from God. Alistair Begg urges us to heed Jude’s warning, acknowledge the danger, and keep the faith by trusting in Christ, our eternal fixed point and the only one who can save us, shepherd us, and preserve us.