Adam's fall into sin made a wreck of human nature. Damaged as they are, is it still possible for people to salvage their souls by an act of free will? Or is a miracle of grace needed?
The Reformed doctrine of total depravity presents a faithful description of the fallen human condition. Though unpleasant, this realization prepares us to appreciate God's awesome goodness in Christ.
Through Jude, the Spirit teaches the necessity of contending against dangerous distortions of God's grace. Rather than stifling spirituality, we'll see how doing so actually renews our eagerness to proclaim Christ!