Jude 17-25 This final passage of Jude turns our attention from what the false teachers are like to what we should do about them. Throughout the passage, Jude makes clear that the false teachings are dangerous, so we must not grow careless or prideful in our own strength. First, he says, we must not be surprised because we were told that these people would come (v. 17-19). Second, we should spiritually protect ourselves from their influence (v. 20-21). Third, we should help others who are affected by their teachings (v. 22-23). Finally, we must commit ourselves to God’s keeping and keep Him central in our lives (v. 24-25).

Study Question 1: Jude 17-18

Why does Jude refer to the spoken words of the apostles instead of the written Word?

Study Question 2: Jude 19

How does Jude describe the false teachers and their “ministry”?

Study Question 3: Jude 20-21

What should be our response to the presence of false teachers?

Study Question 4: Jude 22-23

Jude lists three responses we should have to various people affected by false teaching. What are they?

Study Question 5: Jude 20-21, 24

Is protection from false teaching accomplished by us or by God?

Study Question 6: Jude 25

In what ways is God different from what the false teachers believe Him to be?