Warning of Apostates

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Jude compared the present apostates to three historical apostates, all of whom have their counterparts today:

• Cain, who ignored God’s wishes and offered a bloodless sacrifice (see Gen. 4:1–7; Heb. 11:4; 1 John 3:12). Many today, while claiming to be Christians, ignore God’s Word.

• Balaam, the greedy prophet hired to curse Israel, who was reprimanded by his donkey (see Num. 22:1–25:9; Rev. 2:14). Many today make merchandise of the gospel.

• Korah, who slandered and rebelled against Moses (see Num. 16). Present-day apostates speak evil against those who speak for God. More

Willmington, H. L. Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1997. Print.

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