God’s Sovereign Justice (Jeremiah 46-47)
Understanding how God deals with sinful nations strengthens our faith in Him.
1. God’s judgment teaches trust (46:1-6)
– God let’s evil happen for His bigger plan and to give time for repentance. (1)
– Global events that seem chaotic are still under God’s control. (2)
– Even the most formidable force can’t stop the plans of the Lord. (3-6)
2. God’s vengeance teaches humility (46:7-24)
– God doesn’t forget unrighteousness, it has to be atoned for in God’s timing. (7-12)
– God humbles the prideful and chases down those who run to uphold justice. (13-17)
– Our idols fail us, but the Lord never fails; are we with Him or against Him? (18-24)
3. God’s grace teaches hope (46:25-47:7)
– At our lowest, God shows us grace, giving us a chance to repent. (46:25-26)
– God’s gives a real everlasting hope for only His people. (46:27-28)
– God’s patience runs out for the people who continue to reject Him. (47:1-7)
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