July 17, 2023
July 23 | Application (‘What Some Call Foolish’)
Jeremiah 32 describes a real estate transaction a Bible commentator calls “one of the most remarkable examples of personal faith found in the Bible.” . . .
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July 17, 2023
July 23 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Hope in God's Promise” (Jeremiah 32:2, 6-9, 16-27, 36-41).
July 10, 2023
July 16 | Hope in God’s Loving-Kindness
Jeremiah 31 is clearly one of the high-water marks of the Old Testament. The new covenant is announced toward the end of the chapter; its text is quoted at length in Hebrews 8:7-13. But a bit earlier in the chapter is a messianic verse . . .
July 10, 2023
July 16 | Application (‘Good Mourning’)
Jeremiah predicted dire consequences for the Jews. Because of their unfaithfulness, they would endure decades of Babylonian exile—an extended period of mourning. But God’s loving-kindness would never give up on them. . . .
July 10, 2023
July 16 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Hope in God's Loving-Kindness” (Jeremiah 31:1-17, 31-34).
July 3, 2023
July 9 | Hope in God’s Plans
Speaking on behalf of God, Jeremiah outlined nine duties for the exiles who had been carried away to Babylon.
July 3, 2023
July 9 | When You’re Not Where You Want to Be
What should you do when your circumstances don’t match your dreams and aspirations? Jeremiah’s message to the exiles can help any of us who find ourselves in uncomfortable situations.
July 3, 2023
July 9 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Hope in God's Plans” (Jeremiah 29:1-23).
June 26, 2023
July 2 | Hope in Repentance
Jeremiah held out the prospect of avoiding coming judgment for the people of Judah, provided they would repent. But alas, the people refused, and judgment came. . . .
June 26, 2023
July 2 | Application (‘Clay in the Potter’s Hands’)
"Do you ever feel like your life is a shapeless mass of clay?" writes David Faust. "The Lord can make something beautiful out of the mess . . ."
June 26, 2023
July 2 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week's lesson titled “Hope in Repentance” (Jeremiah 18:1-12; 24:1-10).
June 19, 2023
June 25 | Warning for Liars
People have many motivations for lying. Pride, saving face, selfishness, greed, and more can motivate a person to be dishonest. Hananiah, it seems, was angered by Jeremiah’s message of doom. . . .
June 19, 2023
June 25 | Application (‘Trust Rust’)
Our culture suffers from a bad case of truth decay. Lies are corrosive, and trust is vital to healthy relationships. . . .
June 19, 2023
June 25 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Warning for Liars” (Jeremiah 28:1-17).
June 12, 2023
June 18 | Warning for Temple Worshippers
God’s people had undergone physical circumcision, but their hearts still required spiritual circumcision (Jeremiah 4:4). . . .
June 12, 2023
June 18 | Application (‘Appreciate What You Have’)
Do you ever take God’s blessings for granted? At times, your daily work may be frustrating and monotonous, but are you thankful to have a job? Are you glad your family members are around even with their irritating quirks? . . .
June 12, 2023
June 18 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Warning for Temple Worshippers” (Jeremiah 7:1-15, 21-23).
June 5, 2023
June 11 | Warning for Idol Worshippers
This section of Jeremiah begins 13 oracles of God’s case against Judah that continue through chapter 25. . . .
June 5, 2023
June 11 | Application (‘Accept No Substitutes for God’)
Pagans aren’t the only ones who worship idols. God’s covenant people sometimes make the same mistake. . . .
June 5, 2023
June 11 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “Warning for Idol Worshippers” (Jeremiah 2:1-13, 26-28; 4:1-2).
