Jude 1:22
Verse
Context
A Call to Persevere
21keep yourselves in the love of God as you await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you eternal life.22And indeed, have mercy on those who doubt;23save others by snatching them from the fire; and to still others show mercy tempered with fear, hating even the clothing stained by the flesh.
Sermons
Chuck Missler
A.W. Tozer
Keith Daniel
Stephen Kaung
Catherine BoothSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
And of some have compassion, making a difference - The general meaning of this exhortation is supposed to be, "Ye are not to deal alike with all those who have been seduced by false teachers; ye are to make a difference between those who have been led away by weakness and imprudence, and those who, in the pride and arrogance of their hearts, and their unwillingness to submit to wholesome discipline, have separated themselves from the Church, and become its inveterate enemies." Instead of Και οὑς μεν ελεειτε διακρινομενοι, and of some have compassion, making a difference, many MSS., versions, and fathers have και οὑς μεν ελεγχετε διακρινομενους, and some rebuke, after having judged them; or, rebuke those that differ; or, some that are wavering convince; or whatever else the reader pleases: for this and the following verse are all confusion, both in the MSS. and versions; and it is extremely difficult to know what was the original text. Our own is as likely as any.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
None but those who "keep themselves" are likely to "save" others. have compassion--So one oldest manuscript reads. But two oldest manuscripts, Vulgate, &c., read, "convict"; "reprove to their conviction"; "confute, so as to convince." making a difference--The oldest manuscripts and versions read the accusative for the nominative, "when separating themselves" [WAHL], referring to Jde 1:19; or "when contending with you," as the Greek is translated, Jde 1:9.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And of some have compassion,.... That is, of such who have gone astray, being drawn aside; who are simple and ignorant, and out of the way; who sin through infirmity, and the force of temptation; and who are tractable and open to conviction, and whose mistakes are in lesser matters of religion; as also such who are convicted and wounded in their consciences for their sins and mistakes: and to these compassion is to be shown, by praying with them, and for them, with ardency and affection; instructing them in meekness; giving friendly and brotherly reproofs to them; expressing on all occasions a tender concern for their good; doing them all the good that can be done, both for their souls and bodies: and good reason there is why compassion should be shown them, because God is a God of compassion; Christ is a merciful high priest; a contrary spirit is grieving to the Holy Ghost; saints should consider what they themselves were, and what they now are, and that compassion has been shown to them, and they may want it again. The Alexandrian copy, and some others, and the Vulgate Latin and Ethiopic versions, read, "reprove", Making a difference; between one and another; using some more tenderly, others more severely, as the nature and circumstances of their case appear to be. The Syriac version renders the whole, "when they repent, have compassion on them".
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:22-36 Two references to the descendants of Joseph (1:22, 35) frame this litany of the northern tribes’ failures to drive out the enemy. 1:22 The Lord was with the descendants of Joseph (the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh), but only in their united attack on Bethel, a place sacred to Israelite memories from the days of Jacob (Gen 28:19). They failed in attacks made separately (Judg 1:27-29). • Bethel is associated with the battle against Ai (Josh 7:2) and is listed in the summary statement of kings that Israel had defeated (Josh 12:16). 1:22-23 The NLT accepts the manuscript tradition that includes three commands in these verses, corresponding to three categories of people: (1) those whose faith is wavering, (2) those who need to be snatched from the flames of judgment, and (3) others who need to be shown mercy. Some manuscripts have only two categories of people: (1) those whose faith is wavering and thus need to be snatched from judgment, and (2) those who need to be shown mercy. The text adopted in the NLT follows the pattern of threes that Jude uses elsewhere (1:5-7, 11). 1:22 those whose faith is wavering: Some believers were in the early stages of doubt because of what the false teachers were saying.
Jude 1:22
A Call to Persevere
21keep yourselves in the love of God as you await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you eternal life.22And indeed, have mercy on those who doubt;23save others by snatching them from the fire; and to still others show mercy tempered with fear, hating even the clothing stained by the flesh.
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
Jude #8 - Lessons and Conclusions
By Chuck Missler4.8K1:15:56Jude1CO 2:13HEB 4:7JAS 1:52PE 1:21JUD 1:22In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of a three-dimensional image and its analogy to the word of God. He explains that a hologram, with its ability to be viewed from different angles, represents the depth and substance of the scriptures. The speaker also highlights how the Bible, when viewed in natural light, may appear as a collection of stories and ideas, but when illuminated by the laser of God's truth, it reveals its true meaning and resolution. He further emphasizes that the scriptures are diffused and distributed throughout the 66 books, just like a communication engineer would do to counter hostile jamming. The speaker concludes by mentioning his fascination with the concept of time and how it relates to the vastness of the universe as observed through a telescope.
1 Peter 3:1
By A.W. Tozer3.8K15:54Wives and HusbandsMAT 22:37ROM 12:181CO 1:181TI 2:4HEB 10:252PE 3:9JUD 1:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preserving truth while showing love to both friends and enemies. He urges believers to build themselves up in their faith by reading the Bible, memorizing scripture, and seeking to know God personally. The preacher highlights the mercy of Jesus Christ, both on the cross and in receiving sinners, and encourages Christians to show compassion and fear in their efforts to bring others to Christ. He warns against false teachings and emphasizes the need to have a correct understanding of God and ourselves based on the study of the Bible.
(Faith Community Chapel) 10/30 Message
By Keith Daniel3.3K1:50:14Second Coming Of ChristJUD 1:22In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his mother's inability to read and his father's insistence on her reading highlighted verses about hell and judgment. The speaker expresses his frustration and concern for his mother's well-being. He then transitions to discussing a tragic event where a loved one passed away and how his father wept and pleaded with others to turn from a life of sin and seek salvation. The speaker concludes by expressing his desire to be an instrument of revival and to use his life to reach souls in need of salvation.
Seeing Christ Through Apostasy
By Stephen Kaung2.8K1:15:55ApostasyJUD 1:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the seriousness of falling away from the faith that was delivered to the saints. He urges believers to stand on the grace of God and allow it to sanctify their lives completely. The preacher warns about apostasy and describes the characteristics of apostates, who are dreamers that defile the flesh, despise worship, and speak against dignities. He draws parallels between the book of Jude and 2 Peter, highlighting the similarity in their descriptions of apostates. The sermon also references biblical examples of judgment against those who turned away from God, such as the destruction of those who did not believe in the Lord's deliverance from Egypt and the eternal punishment of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Aggression
By Catherine Booth0MAT 5:13MRK 16:15ACT 26:161CO 9:22JUD 1:22Catherine Booth preaches on the determined aggression on the territory of Satan as commanded in Mark 16:15 and Acts 26:16-18, emphasizing the urgency to preach the Gospel to every creature and open their eyes to the truth. She highlights that this aggressive warfare will provoke opposition, as seen throughout history, and encourages believers to expect and prepare for persecution. Catherine stresses the importance of adaptation in spreading the Gospel, using various methods and agents to reach different people, and urges the Church to move out of traditional routines to engage and interest the masses in unconventional ways.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
And of some have compassion, making a difference - The general meaning of this exhortation is supposed to be, "Ye are not to deal alike with all those who have been seduced by false teachers; ye are to make a difference between those who have been led away by weakness and imprudence, and those who, in the pride and arrogance of their hearts, and their unwillingness to submit to wholesome discipline, have separated themselves from the Church, and become its inveterate enemies." Instead of Και οὑς μεν ελεειτε διακρινομενοι, and of some have compassion, making a difference, many MSS., versions, and fathers have και οὑς μεν ελεγχετε διακρινομενους, and some rebuke, after having judged them; or, rebuke those that differ; or, some that are wavering convince; or whatever else the reader pleases: for this and the following verse are all confusion, both in the MSS. and versions; and it is extremely difficult to know what was the original text. Our own is as likely as any.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
None but those who "keep themselves" are likely to "save" others. have compassion--So one oldest manuscript reads. But two oldest manuscripts, Vulgate, &c., read, "convict"; "reprove to their conviction"; "confute, so as to convince." making a difference--The oldest manuscripts and versions read the accusative for the nominative, "when separating themselves" [WAHL], referring to Jde 1:19; or "when contending with you," as the Greek is translated, Jde 1:9.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And of some have compassion,.... That is, of such who have gone astray, being drawn aside; who are simple and ignorant, and out of the way; who sin through infirmity, and the force of temptation; and who are tractable and open to conviction, and whose mistakes are in lesser matters of religion; as also such who are convicted and wounded in their consciences for their sins and mistakes: and to these compassion is to be shown, by praying with them, and for them, with ardency and affection; instructing them in meekness; giving friendly and brotherly reproofs to them; expressing on all occasions a tender concern for their good; doing them all the good that can be done, both for their souls and bodies: and good reason there is why compassion should be shown them, because God is a God of compassion; Christ is a merciful high priest; a contrary spirit is grieving to the Holy Ghost; saints should consider what they themselves were, and what they now are, and that compassion has been shown to them, and they may want it again. The Alexandrian copy, and some others, and the Vulgate Latin and Ethiopic versions, read, "reprove", Making a difference; between one and another; using some more tenderly, others more severely, as the nature and circumstances of their case appear to be. The Syriac version renders the whole, "when they repent, have compassion on them".
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:22-36 Two references to the descendants of Joseph (1:22, 35) frame this litany of the northern tribes’ failures to drive out the enemy. 1:22 The Lord was with the descendants of Joseph (the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh), but only in their united attack on Bethel, a place sacred to Israelite memories from the days of Jacob (Gen 28:19). They failed in attacks made separately (Judg 1:27-29). • Bethel is associated with the battle against Ai (Josh 7:2) and is listed in the summary statement of kings that Israel had defeated (Josh 12:16). 1:22-23 The NLT accepts the manuscript tradition that includes three commands in these verses, corresponding to three categories of people: (1) those whose faith is wavering, (2) those who need to be snatched from the flames of judgment, and (3) others who need to be shown mercy. Some manuscripts have only two categories of people: (1) those whose faith is wavering and thus need to be snatched from judgment, and (2) those who need to be shown mercy. The text adopted in the NLT follows the pattern of threes that Jude uses elsewhere (1:5-7, 11). 1:22 those whose faith is wavering: Some believers were in the early stages of doubt because of what the false teachers were saying.