"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:
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.
Philip Anthony Mitchell is a New York Times bestselling author, the founder and lead pastor of 2819 CHURCH, a lively, Christ-centered movement based in Atlanta, GA, and the founder of the 2819 INSTITUTE. In his debut book, Contend, he delivers an urgent call for believers to reject spiritual compromise, return to biblical truth, and boldly live out their faith in Jesus Christ. An honors graduate of North Carolina Central University, Pastor Philip also holds a degree in Pastoral and Church Leadership. He is a bold leader and passionate communicator deeply dedicated to fulfilling Christ’s Great Commission, equipping the disciples and digital disciples of 2819, and spreading the Gospel across the nation and around the world. Originally from Queens, NY, Pastor Philip has been married to his wife, Lena, since August 2004. Together, they make their home in the Atlanta area with their two sons and two daughters.