The Message of Jude 3

Dr. Alan Cairns delivers a powerful exposition of the Epistle of Jude, emphasizing its central theme: God's response to the abomination of apostasy. He begins by highlighting the foundational truth of the gospel—that salvation comes not by human effort but by faith in Jesus Christ, who is both fully God and fully man. Cairns underscores Jude 4 as a pivotal verse affirming that Jesus Christ is the 'only Lord God and our Lord,' a truth under constant attack by false teachers throughout history. He traces the New Testament's consistent warning against false gospels, citing Paul’s fierce condemnation in Galatians and the apostle's willingness to curse even an angel who preaches another gospel. The sermon stresses that the gospel is not a human achievement but a divine call, sanctification, and preservation by God. Cairns concludes with the assurance of divine protection—God is able to keep believers from falling and present them faultless before His glory with exceeding joy. The message calls the church to remain vigilant, grounded in the faith once delivered to the saints. The episode blends theological depth with pastoral urgency, drawing from Scripture, historical context, and the writings of C.H. Spurgeon and Martin Lloyd-Jones. It concludes with a call to action, offering free resources like the booklet 'Separated Unto the Gospel' and promoting the CD 'Our Song of Praise' as tools for spiritual nourishment. The tone is both solemn and hopeful, rooted in Reformed theology and committed to the inerrancy and sufficiency of Scripture.