The Book of Jude
Contend for the faith and keep yourselves in God's love.
- Author
- Jude, the brother of James and of Jesus
- Date
- Probably c. AD 65–80
- Chapters
- 1
- Genre
- General Letters
Summary
Jude intended to write about the salvation believers share, but felt compelled instead to urge them to contend for the faith. False teachers had slipped into the church, turning God's grace into a license for immorality.
Using examples from Israel's history, Jude warns of God's judgment on such people. He urges believers to build themselves up in faith, pray in the Spirit, and show mercy. The letter ends with a beloved doxology to the God "who is able to keep you from stumbling."
Outline
- Chapter 1 — Contend for the faith
Key Themes
Key Verses
Start reading JudeTo him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy— to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen.