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Jude 1:9, “But even the archangel Michael, when he was disputing with the devil about the body of Moses, did not dare bring a slanderous accusation about him, but said, “The Lord rebuke you!”

Interesting points:

1. In this verse, Jude builds on the previous verse, citing the example of the archangel Michael, reminds us to keep our Lord at the forefront of all we say and do, especially since we are operating under God’s authority.

2. In Daniel 10:13, 21 and 12:1 and Revelation 12:7–9 Michael is presented as the chief angel in combating the Devil. In the situation referred to by this verse, Michael refused to usurp God's authority to condemn/pass judgement on the devil. This stands in sharp contrast to the audacity of false teachers to slander God’s authority, the angels and even our spiritual enemy.

3. This particular reference comes from Jewish tradition, as recorded in a non-Scriptural book entitled, “The Assumption of Moses”. Jude's reference does not imply that this book is infallible, only that the work was known to his readers such that he used it to make an important point: despite Michael being a powerful being himself, he refused to slander the devil or usurp God’s authority in condemning him. This contrasts with the arrogance of the apostates Jude has been discussing: they are so conceited that they did what even an archangel wouldn't!

4. Moses, Israel's leader during the exodus from Egypt, was buried by the Lord in an unknown place (Deuteronomy 34:1–6), probably to thwart the Israelites propensity to idolatry or “hero-worship”. According to the “Assumption of Moses”, Michael and the devil engaged in a dispute about the burial of Moses' body, Michael would not pass judgment on the devil for his outlandish claims/maneuvering as that would be the Lord’s remit or area of authority.

Application:

Brothers, how often have we heard someone say, “The devil made me do it” or “The Lord is testing me” or even, “God did X, Y or Z to me so that I….” – trying to pass the blame for their sin, faulty decision-making on to the supernatural or spiritually justify their actions? How often do people try to overcome temptation on their own (instead of submitting to God) and take pride in themselves when they do so?

This verse offers a very effective tool when we are faced with temptation and sinful thoughts enter our minds. By saying, “The Lord rebuke you!” we identify wickedness for what it is, reminding ourselves that it is not our way nor the world’s way that should be directing our paths, but God’s way!

As we study the Word, defend the Truth, and testify of God’s greatness we can be sure that we will run into opposition, false teachers and apostates that oppose Him. While we lovingly correct and boldly stand up to lies, may we be sure to rely on God’s authority and trust Him to rebuke each in turn.