The single chapter book.

Though often overlooked, the book of Jude provides incredible theological depth. In general, Jude isn’t a book that is chosen to be read, nor preached on for that matter. Perhaps because it’s small? Perhaps because it’s the last epistle before Revelation?

Nevertheless, the book holds a great amount of doctrine, most of which is foundational to the Christian Faith. It has always interested me. So much so, that my wife and I named our oldest son after him. Now it holds an even more prominent place in my heart and mind.

As I indicated above, though the Book is extremely short. Instead of commenting on a particular aspect of the Book, I thought I would just include my favourite passage for you to read. Or if you have the time to read the whole book (chapter), click here.

Jude1:17-25

“But, dear friends, remember what the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ foretold.They said to you, ‘In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow their own ungodly desires.’ These are the men who divide you, who follow mere natural instincts and do not have the Spirit. (17-19)

But you, dear friends, build yourselves up in your most holy faith and pray in the Holy Spirit.  Keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.  Be merciful to those who doubt;  snatch others from the fire and save them; to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh. (20-23)

To him who is able to keep you from falling 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.” (24-25)

Join the Conversation; Share Your Thoughts

• When’s the last time you read through the single-chapter book of Jude?
• Which verse or passage is the most meaningful to you personally and why?
• Which verse or passage carries the most theological depth and importance for the Christian Faith?