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A New Covenant: A Study in Jeremiah

DAY 40 OF 49

What does it say?

Zedekiah sought advice from Jeremiah on what he should do about the impending siege and fall of Jerusalem to Babylon.

What does it mean?

Knowing that Jeremiah was a man of God, King Zedekiah sought his advice. It seems, however, that he only intended to follow Jeremiah’s instructions if God’s command had changed to his liking. The Lord had already given Zedekiah multiple warnings to change his course of action or face severe consequences. Fear kept Zedekiah from repentance and obedience to the Lord. His reaction shows that he was more fearful of being humiliated and mistreated by the Babylonians than of facing the Lord’s coming judgment on the city.

How should I respond?

Fear can cause us to make irrational choices or freeze up or not make a choice. Living in fear can keep you from being obedient to God. Psalm 118:5-6 tells us to call upon the Lord because He will answer. You never have to fear what the Lord instructs you to do. As a child of God, His will is the very place you will find the most security. What aspect of obedience to God causes you to be afraid? Being laughed at or ostracized? Give that fear to God today. Your obedience to God’s Word will have lasting effects on those around you – and could possibly impact generations to come.

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A New Covenant: A Study in Jeremiah

Jeremiah prophesied during a period of intense upheaval. After being subjected to judgment, exile, and destruction, Israel’s future and God’s faithfulness were both called into question. Despite Israel’s uncertainty, God once again points His people towards the future, promising them a new covenant, a new heart, and a new relationship with Him (Jeremiah 31:31-34).

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We would like to thank Thomas Road Baptist Church for providing this plan. For more information, please visit: https://www.trbc.org