The Book of Jeremiah: Judgment, Mercy, and Faithfulness in God’s Word
In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball delve into the profound themes of the book of Jeremiah.
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August 20, 2024
August 20, 2024
Jeremiah 41-44
In Jeremiah 41-44, Ishmael's assassination of Gedaliah leads to a violent upheaval, ending with Johanan rescuing the captives. Despite warnings through Jeremiah, the Judeans defiantly flee to Egypt, inviting disaster as foretold by God.
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August 20 | Direct Disobedience
Today’s Reading: Read Jeremiah 42-44 Parents, can you think of a time when you were blatantly disobedient growing up? Maybe you remember a time when...
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August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024
2 Kings 24-25; 2 Chronicles 36:1-21; Jeremiah 52
In 2 Kings 24-25, 2 Chronicles 36, and Jeremiah 52, Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon besieges Jerusalem, leading to the exile and captivity of its kings and the destruction of the temple, fulfilling God's prophetic warnings due to Judah's disobedience.
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August 19 | The Temple is Destroyed
Today’s Reading: Read II Kings 24; 25:1-6,8-21; II Chronicles 36:1-21; Jeremiah 52 We have made it to the point in our reading where a quick...
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August 18 | Week 33 Gospel Conversation Opportunity
GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY In our reading this week we saw that the Israelites had to face the consequences of the sinful choices they made. Read...
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August 17 | Jerusalem Falls!
Today’s Reading: Read Jeremiah 39:1-5; Psalm 74; Psalm 79 Parents, start off today’s time by asking your kids a question that you already know the...
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August 17, 2024
August 17, 2024
Jeremiah 38-40; Psalms 74; 79
In Jeremiah 38-40, officials imprison Jeremiah in a muddy cistern for demoralizing the people with prophecies of doom, but he is rescued by Ebed-melech. Jeremiah continues to deliver God’s stern message of inevitable conquest by Babylon, and parallel themes of divine justice and mercy are echoed in Psalms 74 and 79.
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August 16 | A Promised Rescue
Today’s Reading: Read Jeremiah 33; Jeremiah 34:12-22; Jeremiah 36 When my daughter was little, she loved her blanket – a lot! She needed it for...
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August 16, 2024
August 16, 2024
Jeremiah 33-37
In Jeremiah 33-37, God promises restoration and peace to Israel and Judah, pledging health, joy, and the continuation of David's line despite the ongoing Babylonian siege. Jeremiah faces imprisonment and interacts with King Zedekiah, highlighting the tension between divine prophecy and human politics.
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August 15, 2024
August 15, 2024
Jeremiah 29-32
In Jeremiah 29-32, Jeremiah writes a letter to the exiles in Babylon, instructing them to build lives there and seek the welfare of the city, promising that God has plans for their future welfare and a hopeful return. This period of captivity and later chapters outline a vision of restoration and renewal, emphasizing a new covenant where God will write His law on their hearts, ensuring a deep, enduring relationship with His people.
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August 15 | The Israelites Begin Exile
Today’s Reading: Read Jeremiah 29:1-19; 30:10-11; 31:1-28,31-40; 32:37-44 Grab some paper and draw a picture of a flower. When you look at the picture, can...
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