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  2. www.gotquestions.org › contend-for-the-faithWhat does it mean to contend for the faith? | GotQuestions.org

    Jun 23, 2023 · The Amplified Bible translates the command as “fight strenuously for [the defense of] the faith.” Jude wants all believers to contend earnestly for the faith. A true contender vigorously endeavors to win the competition, not holding anything back.

  3. godsbless.ing › biblical-meaning-of-contendWhat the Bible Says About the Definition of Contend

    Aug 3, 2024 · In the Bible, “contend” often refers to the act of striving or fighting for a cause, particularly in relation to faith and truth. For example, Jude 1:3 urges believers to “contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to the saints,” signifying a defense against false teachings and maintaining the integrity of one’s beliefs.

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  5. www.biblestudytools.com › dictionary › contendContend; Contention Meaning - Bible Definition and References

    The meeting of effort by effort, striving against opposition; sometimes physically, as in battle (Deuteronomy 2:9), or with horses (Jeremiah 12:5), sometimes orally (Nehemiah 13:11), sometimes spiritually (Isaiah 57:16).

  6. www.biblegateway.com › Contend-ContentionEncyclopedia of The Bible – Contend, Contention

    “Contend” and “contention” are trs. of several Heb. and Gr. words in the Bible, usually denoting some sharp dispute, motivated by pride and ill will (Prov 13:10), feeding on ignorance, and issuing in strife and division (1 Cor 1:11).

  7. www.compellingtruth.org › contend-for-the-faithWhat does it mean to contend for the faith? - CompellingTruth.org

    We are to contend for the faith by building ourselves up in the faith (2 Peter 1:5–10), praying in the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 6:18). We are also to be sensitive to the needs of the congregation as many might be struggling in their faith because of the false teacher's doctrines.

  8. www.christianity.com › wiki › bibleWhy Do We Need to ‘Contend for the Faith’? - Christianity

    May 19, 2022 · What Does it Mean to Contend? “Contending” for the faith is different than “defending” the faith. Defending the faith (1 Peter 3:15) comes from a Greek word that means “vindicate.” While the word Jude used here comes from a Greek word that means “agonize.” It is often translated as “fight.”

  9. www.desiringgod.org › messages › contend-for-the-faithContend for the Faith - Desiring God

    I will try to unfold the meaning of this doctrine under four headings. There is a faith once for all delivered to the saints. This faith is worth contending for. This faith is repeatedly threatened from within the church. Every genuine believer should contend for the faith. 1. There Is a Faith Once for All Delivered to the Saints