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Study the Book of 

Jude

A guide to understanding the structure, themes, and message of 

Jude

Overview

Jude warns believers about false teachers and calls the church to contend for the faith entrusted to them.

Quick Facts

Date

c. AD 60–80

Author

Jude

Testament

New Testament

Biblical Division

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Literary Genre

Pastoral exhortation

Purpose

To urge believers to defend the truth of the gospel against teachings that distort God’s grace.

Historical & Biblical Context

<p class="font_7">Jude addresses the presence of individuals who had entered Christian communities and were promoting destructive ideas while claiming spiritual authority. These teachers distorted the meaning of God’s grace and encouraged behavior inconsistent with the gospel. Jude responds with a strong appeal for believers to remain vigilant and committed to the truth they had received. The letter draws on examples from Israel’s history and other familiar traditions to illustrate the consequences of rebellion against God. Despite its warnings, the book concludes with encouragement for believers to remain grounded in faith, prayer, and mutual support. Within the New Testament, Jude serves as a reminder that preserving the integrity of the gospel message requires both discernment and perseverance.</p>

Structure 

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Major Themes

Key Passages

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How to Study

Jude

Guided Study Path

If you're not sure where to begin, this pathway breaks the book into study units that can be carefully observed and meditated on in one sitting, though they don't have to be. Study 1, for example, can take several days, while Study 2 may be only one day. It's intentionally not broken into timed units, so that you can move at your own pace and spend time with each passage.

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Dig Deeper into 

Jude

Our Bible study guides walk through each book with structured questions that help you observe the text carefully, trace major themes, and understand how the message fits within the larger story of Scripture. The Study Guide can be used individually or with the Leader Guide in a group setting.

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