Monthly Archives: October 2012

Jeremiah 15 and 16 contain conversations between Jeremiah and the Lord. God says that Jeremiah should not plead the cause for Judah and Israel. His mind is made up. They will pay for their bad decisions. Jeremiah points out that … Continue reading →

In Jeremiah 13 and 14 God is taking away the wealth of Judah and Israel. Other nations are taking over. They are in the middle of a drought and famine. God tells them this is a result of their turning … Continue reading →

Jeremiah 11 and 12 continues God’s claims against Israel and Judah. He reminds them again of the covenant He made with them in the wilderness. He reminds them that they have not kept the commandments. Jeremiah pleads with God regarding … Continue reading →

In Jeremiah 9 and 10 God continues to lament the necessity of punishing the people of Israel and Judah, “Therefore thus says the LORD of hosts: I will now refine and test them, for what else can I do with … Continue reading →

In Jeremiah 7 and 8 God orders Jeremiah to call the people to account. They have been breaking the commandments of God and then going to worship in the temple, believing themselves to be safe as long as they go … Continue reading →

Jeremiah 3 and 4 liken Israel and Judah to unfaithful wives who have had many lovers. God is calling for them to repent. He is clear that if they truly lament their mistakes and turn from their unfaithful ways God … Continue reading →

Jeremiah 1 and 2 begins with the call of the prophet Jeremiah. God says that He knew Jeremiah while he was still in his mother’s womb. He called him to the task before he was born. God knows us before … Continue reading →

Isaiah 65 and 66 speaks of the last days when God will establish new heavens and a new earth. He speaks of judgment upon those who do not follow Him and blessings upon those who fear Him. God makes an … Continue reading →

Isaiah 63 and 64 proclaim that God Himself (as we know through Jesus) saves us through the spilling of blood. His people have rebelled and grieved His Spirit. His people cry out for mercy. They have desecrated His city and … Continue reading →

Isaiah 61 is the passage Jesus read the first time he taught in the synagogue. It proclaims His work as our Messiah. He builds us up. He comforts us in our mourning. He will make an everlasting covenant with us. … Continue reading →