"...we were bold in our God to speak unto you the Gospel of God with much contention.
....not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts."
1 Thessalonians 2:2,4
The true Gospel of Jesus Christ will appear to bring contention because it is confronting sin, false doctrines, and doctrines of devils.
Too many today are deceived into thinking there is an easy road to heaven and all they have to do is believe on Jesus. They believe baptism is unnecessary or optional; the Holy Ghost comes without outward manifestation (tongues) ; church attendance is unnecessary; and carnal living is ok.
Too many today are under the false assumption that the preacher should never offend and only preach fluffy motivational messages that gives the hearer chill bumps.
This is not the true Gospel of Jesus!
"With much contention" means "as competitors in a contest".
Time is running out. A true Christian is seeking to please God, not men. The truth must be taught and explained, even if it seems to bring contention, because we are in a spiritual war to combat false doctrines and doctrines of devils that are deceiving too many of our family and friends.
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