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Jeremiah

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Jeremiah. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

I am with you

I Am With You and Will Rescue You – Jeremiah 1:19

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God's message to Jeremiah, "I am with you", is especially relevant to us today. Be faithful to God's call in your life, and he will be with you.

What Do You Take Pride in

What Do You Take Pride in? – Jeremiah 9:23-24

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What do you take pride in? Your accomplishments and abilities? Or in what God has done, and is doing, in your life?

Jeremiah: A Lesson in Faithful Service

A Lesson in Faithful Service – Jeremiah 15:21

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Jeremiah's life is a lesson in faithful service to the Lord. His life seemed to make little difference. But he was faithful to God's call.

power and might of God

Revealing the Power and Might of God – Jeremiah 16:21

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The power and might of God is displayed in many ways in the Bible. But none more life changing than in the cross of Jesus.

the Lord searches hearts and minds

The Lord Searches Our Hearts and Minds – Jeremiah 17:10

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While our motives may be hidden from most people, the Lord searches the hearts and minds of people, and rewards them accordingly.

two baskets of figs

Two Baskets of Figs – Jeremiah 24:4-7

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Jeremiah's vision of two baskets of figs demonstrates God's sovereignty over nations and the affairs of this world. God chooses who he will.

Life As an Exile

Life As an Exile – Jeremiah 29:4-7

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As believers, we experience life now as exiles, living away from our true home. But we should live productive lives while we are here.

plans I have for you

I Know the Plans I Have for You – Jeremiah 29:11

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I know the plans I have for you. This promise made to Israel applies to believers today. God's plan is to give us a future with him.

It's never too late

It’s Never Too Late to Turn to God – Jeremiah 36:3

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No matter where you are in your life, as long as you still have life, it is not too late to turn to God and respond to his offer of salvation.