Notice also in vv.22-23 that it says, “And of some have compassion, making a difference …And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire…" Here we see how we should relate to two types of people who are around us every day. First, we are to have compassion on those around us who are saved but are being misled. The Bible says that "we know that we have passed from death unto life because we love the brethren." But, this second group must be confronted more strongly - but in fear. These are those who may be true Christians or not, but have been fallen into gross error and are possibly misleading others to do so as well.
Verses 24-25: "Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever (and God’s people said) Amen.
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