What does it mean to contend for the faith according to Jude?
According to Jude, contending for the faith means standing up for the truth of the Word of God. It is not being contentious for contention's sake, but a steadfast defense of God's truth, requiring God's grace. Believers are not to give up or let others have their way, but rather to contend for the faith.
Les teaches that Jude instructs believers to contend for the faith, which means to stand up for the truth of the Word of God. He clarifies that this is not about being contentious for contention's sake. Instead, it is a call to boldly defend God's truth, relying on God's grace. Les contrasts this with the tendency of many Christians to give up and let others have their way, which he says is not God's will. The example of Peter and John, who refused to stop speaking in Jesus' name despite threats, illustrates this contending.