"Contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God's holy people" (Jude 1:3). In a time when truth feels negotiable and conviction is softened for comfort, these ancient words rise with timely clarity. They urge you to continually strive for the faith that Jesus entrusted to his followers of every generation.
In Contend, Philip Anthony Mitchell, founder and lead pastor of 2819 Church in Atlanta, invites you into the tension that Christians so often quietly carry—the desire to stand firm in faith while wrestling with doubt, weariness, shame, internal conflicts, the pressures of a shifting culture, and the dangerous voices that preach false gospels of compromise. He reveals that even though the world opposes biblical truth, and inner battles threaten to extinguish the flame of faith, Christ can give you the courage to rise up and actually contend for your faith. He is calling you to step out of passivity and into purpose, reminding you that faith is not something to preserve quietly but to live boldly—especially to a lost and dying world.
Through the Contend Bible Study, you will be inspired to:
- Rediscover the passion and purpose of your faith by leaving behind spiritual complacency and embracing a vibrant relationship with Christ.
- Confidently proclaim the truth to a culture that increasingly opposes Christian values without compromising love or grace.
- Find strength to combat and overcome internal struggles of disbelief, fear, insecurities, shame, heaviness, and unforgiveness that wear you down and threaten to derail your spiritual journey.
- Disciple and prepare the next generation to stand strong when the world denigrates their faith.
- Seek a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit, igniting a movement of repentance, renewal, and transformation in your life and within the church.
Philip Anthony Mitchell reminds you that truth and grace are not at odds. Even in a world of confusion, there is a faith worth fighting for and a God calling people back to himself. But the window to respond will not remain open forever. The stakes are eternal, and now is the hour to contend.
The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.
