Jeremiah 15:19

Afrikaans 1933/1953

Daarom, so sê die HERE: As jy terugkeer, sal Ek jou laat terugkeer, sal jy voor my aangesig staan; en as jy voortbring wat edel is, en niks onedels nie, sal jy soos my mond wees. Laat hulle na jou terugkeer, maar jy moet nie na hulle terugkeer nie.

What Does This Mean?

The Lord is speaking to Jeremiah, promising to restore his position if he returns to God and purifies his message. This verse encourages faithfulness and separation from evil.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a box of toys with both good and broken ones. The Lord is telling Jeremiah that if he picks out the good toys and separates them from the broken ones, he will be like the Lord's voice, speaking truth to others.

Historical Background

Jeremiah 15 was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BC. It addresses the Israelites during a time of spiritual decline and impending judgment from the Lord.

Living It Out Today

A modern scenario could involve a teacher deciding to focus on positive messages in class instead of negative ones, thereby becoming a voice of encouragement and hope to their students.

Topics

• faithfulness
• purification
• divine communication
• restoration
• separation from evil
• hope

Related Verses

• Isaiah 55:7-9
• Ezekiel 33:7-9
• 1 Peter 4:11
• James 1:27
• Matthew 5:16

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'take forth the precious from the vile' mean?

This phrase means separating good from bad, like picking out the best toys from a mixed box. In this context, it means focusing on and sharing the truth and good messages.

How can I apply this verse to my daily life?

You can apply this verse by separating yourself from bad influences and focusing on sharing positive and truthful messages to others, just like Jeremiah.

What does it mean to stand before the Lord?

Standing before the Lord means being in a position of closeness and favor with God, like being trusted to deliver His messages.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

This verse shows that God is willing to forgive and restore those who return to Him with a purified heart and message, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and separation from evil.