Jude 17-21

International Standard Version

Advice to the Readers

¹⁷ But you, dear friends, must remember the statements and predictions of the apostles of our Lord Jesus, the Messiah.^{[a] 18} They kept telling you, “In the last times there will be mockers, following their own ungodly desires.”^{[b] 19} These are the people who cause divisions. They are worldly, devoid of the Spirit.

²⁰ But you, dear friends, must continue to build your most holy faith for your own benefit. Furthermore, continue to pray in the Holy Spirit. ²¹ Remain in God’s love as you look for the mercy of our Lord Jesus the Messiah,^[c] which brings eternal life.