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We explore the Babylonian exile—a pivotal moment when God's people were removed from Jerusalem and forced to live in Babylon for 70 years. This watershed event reshaped their faith and demonstrates how God works even through painful consequences to call his people back to himself.

• The exile didn't come suddenly but in three waves (605 BC, 597 BC, and 586 BC)
• Babylon specifically targeted leaders, skilled workers, and educated elites when conquering nations
• God had warned about exile since Deuteronomy if the people abandoned the covenant
• After centuries of idolatry and injustice, God allowed his people to face the consequences
• Even in exile, God sent prophets like Daniel and Ezekiel with messages of hope
• The exile echoes the Garden of Eden story—separation from God's presence due to disobedience
• God instructs the exiles through Jeremiah to build houses, plant gardens, and seek peace in Babylon
• God promises a future beyond exile: "I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you hope"

SOURCES:

• Beale, G. K., & Gladd, B. L. (2018). The Story retold: A Biblical-Theological Introduction to the New Testament. IVP Academic.
• Bowker, J. (1998). The Complete Bible Handbook. DK Publishing.
• Halley, H. H. (2000). Halley’s Bible Handbook (25th ed.). Zondervan.
• MacArthur, J. (Ed.). (2010). The MacArthur Study Bible (NIV ed.). Thomas Nelson.

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Note: All scripture references are from the NIV translation unless otherwise indicated.