For the last two days I have been leading discussions on the importance of “contending for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3).

It seems we live in a day when the world is influencing Christians more than Christians are influencing the world. The main reason seems to be that, through a relentless desensitization program, Christians have become acceptable of evil. For instance, how many of you have seen “Christians” using “OMG” in their social media posts. Friend, when you use the Lord’s name irreverently you are violating a commandment: “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain” (Exodus 20:7).

I believe the solution is to stand up for God. Be His voice in the face of opposition. If, however, we are ashamed of Christ (Rom.1:16), not willing to acknowledge Him before men, then He will also deny us before His Father who is in heaven (Mt.10:32f).