The Book of Jude
What is the book of Jude about?
The author of the book of Jude was eager to write about the salvation they shared as Christians but quickly pivoted to address false teacher who were distorting the grace of God. These false teachers were trying to convince believers that being saved by grace gave them a license to sin since their sins would no longer be held against them. Jude thought it was crucial that Christians be on guard against such teaching/teachers and be prepared to oppose their heresy about God's saving grace.
True believers, Jude says, reflect God's love, show compassion, and work to pull sinners "out of the fire" (1:23).
Who wrote the book of Jude?
The author of the book of Jude is most likely Jude, the half-brother of Jesus.
Who is the audience?
Christians who are being threatened by false teachers.
Timeframe Jude was written:
Written around AD 65-80.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
Jude writes this letter to warn Christians about false teachers who are trying to convince them that being saved by grace gives them license to sin because they are already "covered."
Fun facts about Jude/Did you know?
Jude provides details of two Old Testament events not recorded in the Old Testament:
- The archangel Michael's fight with Satan over the body of Moses (1:9).
- Enoch's prophecy of God's judgment (1:14-15).
