quoting Enoch

Jude 11-25

The key words are ungodly (repeated several times in Enoch's quote), the Spirit. There are a lot of word pictures and metaphors: the way of Cain (possibly seeking their own way to please God rather than accepting the ways of Jesus?), Balaam's error (possibly seeking the power of the Spirit for their own gain?), Korah's rebellion (possibly rebellion against the one God has chosen?), shepherds who feed themselves (possibly using leadership positions for personal profit), clouds without rain (lots of show and no substance, no use to the people who need water), autumn trees twice dead (no lasting benefit and no connection to God), wild waves (causing a big commotion but producing only foam and froth), wandering stars (no fixed point, no use for navigation).
I think the phrase that stuck out to me was "be merciful to those who doubt" (v. 22). I usually applaud those who are sure and lose patience with those who doubt. I need to hear the admonition of Jude: be merciful, be patient, journey with them. Jude also makes it clear that I can't lose my sense of urgency; eternity is at stake and there are some that need to be snatched from the fire. However, I don't need to be motivated by fear. I can just be faithful - open to the prompting of the Spirit and obedient to the call of Christ.