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Jeremiah served as God's prophet for over 50 years, faithfully delivering difficult messages despite facing mockery, threats, and imprisonment. His story reveals what it means to carry not just God's words but God's heartbreak, highlighting the cost and calling of speaking truth when no one wants to listen.
• Lived approximately 627-570 BC during the final years of Judah before Babylonian captivity
• Served during the reigns of five kings: Josiah (last good king), Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah
• Called by God from youth with the words "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you"
• Experienced severe persecution: beaten, imprisoned, thrown in a cistern, and forced to Egypt
• Described God's word as "fire shut up in my bones" that he could not hold in
• Forbidden by God to marry or have children, adding to his isolation
• King Jehoiakim burned Jeremiah's scroll, but God had him write it again with more words
• Expressed honest laments that show faithful people can bring raw grief to God
• Success measured not by results but by faithfulness to his calling despite rejection
Next week we'll explore the book of Jeremiah itself, examining its themes of judgment, restoration, and the coming king through vivid imagery and promises. If this episode gave you a fresh perspective on Jeremiah, please share it with someone who needs to hear that their obedience still matters.
Sources:
Beetham, C. A., & Erickson, N. L. (Eds.). (2024). The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible, One-Volume Edition (p. 589). Zondervan Academic.
Cook, S., Nickelson, R. L., Kenney, J. A., & Williams, M. K. (2021). Preaching Doom. In The NIV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2020–2021 (Vol. 27, p. 319). Standard Publishing.
Longman, T. (n.d.). An Introduction to the Old Testament (2nd ed., p. 327). Function.
MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur study Bible (NIV ed.).
Redditt, P. L. (2008). Introduction to the Prophets (p. 127). William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company.
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Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.
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Jeremiah served as God's prophet for over 50 years, faithfully delivering difficult messages despite facing mockery, threats, and imprisonment. His story reveals what it means to carry not just God's words but God's heartbreak, highlighting the cost and calling of speaking truth when no one wants to listen.
• Lived approximately 627-570 BC during the final years of Judah before Babylonian captivity
• Served during the reigns of five kings: Josiah (last good king), Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah
• Called by God from youth with the words "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you"
• Experienced severe persecution: beaten, imprisoned, thrown in a cistern, and forced to Egypt
• Described God's word as "fire shut up in my bones" that he could not hold in
• Forbidden by God to marry or have children, adding to his isolation
• King Jehoiakim burned Jeremiah's scroll, but God had him write it again with more words
• Expressed honest laments that show faithful people can bring raw grief to God
• Success measured not by results but by faithfulness to his calling despite rejection
Next week we'll explore the book of Jeremiah itself, examining its themes of judgment, restoration, and the coming king through vivid imagery and promises. If this episode gave you a fresh perspective on Jeremiah, please share it with someone who needs to hear that their obedience still matters.
Sources:
Beetham, C. A., & Erickson, N. L. (Eds.). (2024). The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible, One-Volume Edition (p. 589). Zondervan Academic.
Cook, S., Nickelson, R. L., Kenney, J. A., & Williams, M. K. (2021). Preaching Doom. In The NIV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2020–2021 (Vol. 27, p. 319). Standard Publishing.
Longman, T. (n.d.). An Introduction to the Old Testament (2nd ed., p. 327). Function.
MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (n.d.). The MacArthur study Bible (NIV ed.).
Redditt, P. L. (2008). Introduction to the Prophets (p. 127). William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company.
Have questions about what it means to follow Jesus?
Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or exploring what the Bible teaches, we’d love to walk with you. God’s invitation is real, personal, and full of grace.
💬 Reach out to Jacqui at [email protected]
📖 Talk to a trusted Christian in your life
🏠 Or visit a Bible-believing church near you
You are not alone. God’s Word is alive, and He is still drawing people to Himself today. Don’t hesitate to take the next step.
Thank you for tuning in!
Bible Basics is now streaming on Youtube. Please subscribe now!
Feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!
Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.