Jude calls his readers to remember the future that is promised. God tells us that those who do not know Jesus will mock God and follow their natural desires (vv. 17–18). Jude instructs Christians to persevere by building fellow Christians in faith, prayer, love and mercy. When we face hard times, we might wonder, where is God? Jude tells us to be patient and wait for the Lord. We can do this because we know He is faithful! This waiting is not in vain because believers are assured of their hope that Jesus is coming back. Jude also calls Christians to show mercy to people who doubt God and don’t have faith. We are called to give mercy, and we are also called to point them to the truth!

• What does suffering and pain look like in your school?
• How can you strategically reach those who are suffering in your community?