Verse Context:Jude 1:14 is part of a letter written by Jude, addressing false teachers and their immoral behavior. He references Enoch, a figure from Jewish tradition, to emphasize the certainty of divine judgment against these individuals. Enoch’s Prophecy:Jude refers to Enoch as “the seventh from Adam,” highlighting his ancient and significant lineage. This Enoch is mentioned in Genesis 5:18-24, where he is described as someone who “walked with God” and was taken by God, escaping death. Jude cites Enoch to lend authority to his warning about impending judgment. “See, the Lord is coming with thousands upon thousands of his holy ones”:This phrase emphasizes the inevitability and magnitude of God’s judgment.… Read More
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2 Corinthians 7:10 (KJV)
“For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death.” Read more here. Introduction 2 Corinthians 7:10 distinguishes between two types of sorrow: godly sorrow that leads to repentance and salvation, and worldly sorrow that leads to death. Interpretation This verse teaches that sorrow for sin, when aligned with godly intent, leads to genuine repentance and salvation. In contrast, worldly sorrow, which lacks genuine repentance, results in spiritual and emotional death. Modern Day Application Across Various Fields 1. Theology Encourages believers to embrace godly sorrow for their sins, leading to true repentance and salvation. 2. Philosophy Explores the nature of… Read More
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