We would like you to have that as wel The book of Jude, Wednesday bible lesson. September 23, 2026
The book of Jude is a short, intense New Testament letter that warns believers about false teachers and calls them to stand firm in their faith. Who wrote it: Jude (also called Judah), who identifies himself as a servant of Jesus Christ and the brother of James. He was likely a half-brother of Jesus.The original plan: Jude wanted to write a joyful letter about our shared salvation, but he changed his plan when he heard that corrupt teachers had secretly entered the church. The core problem: These ungodly individuals twisted God’s grace into an excuse for sexual immorality and rejected the authority of Jesus Christ. Jude urges believers to “contend earnestlyfor the faith” delivered once for all to God’s people.This means actively and courageously defending the truth of the Gospel against distortion.
Jude exposes false teachers not just by their incorrect words, but by their corrupt lifestyles.He uses striking metaphors—like hidden reefs, waterless clouds, and autumn trees without fruit—to describe people who look active in the community but lack true spiritual life.Jude reminds his readers of historical examples where God judged rebellion.These examples include rebellious Israelites in the wilderness, disobedient angels, and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorra.Jude tells believers how to protect themselves: build yourselves up in your most holy faith, pray in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God’s love, and show mercy to those who doubt. The letter ends with one of the most famous doxologies (praise statements) in the Bible.Jude 24–25 reassures believers that God has the power to keep them from stumbling and present them faultless before His glorious presence with great joy. You can read a detailed breakdown and background summary at the Bible.A specific verse or section of Jude (like verses 1–4 or the closing doxology)How to spot false teaching using Jude’s principles todayPractical ways to study small epistles.
Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your calling and your preservation. You keep us safe in Jesus Christ.
Lord, give us the strength to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. In a world full of confusion and shifting values, grant us the wisdom and discernment of the Holy Spirit to spot untruths and remain anchored in your truth.
Help us to build ourselves up in our most holy faith and to pray in the Holy Spirit. Keep us firmly in your love as we wait patiently for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, which leads to eternal life.
To Him who is able to keep us from falling and to present us faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy—to the only wise God our Savior, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Salvation Prayer or sinners prayer:
Our Heavenly Father I am sorry for my sins. I believe Jesus died for me and rose again. I give my life to You today. Thank You for Your love, grace, and eternal life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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