Jeremiah 2:19
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
فَلتَتأدَّبِي بِسَبِبِ شَرِّكِ، وَلتَتَعَلَّمِي بِسَبِبِ تَمَرُّدُكِ، لِكَي تَعرِفِي وَتَرَي أنَّ تَركَكِ إلَهَكِ أمرٌ شِرِّيرٌ وَمُرٌّ. مَهابَتِي لَيسَتْ فِيكِ،» يَقُولُ الرَّبُّ الإلَهُ القَديرُ.
What Does This Mean?
Jeremiah 2:19 says that God will correct you because of your own wickedness and backslidings. God is speaking here, and the key message is that forsaking Him leads to bitter consequences.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a best friend who always takes care of you, but you decide to ignore them and do bad things. Your friend will let you face the consequences of your actions. That's what God is saying here.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this verse around 627-585 BCE. He was addressing the people of Israel who had turned away from God, and he warned them of the consequences of their actions.
Living It Out Today
If you are considering leaving a relationship or a job that has been beneficial to you, think about the potential consequences. For example, leaving a stable job for a risky venture without a backup plan could lead to difficult times.
Topics
repentanceconsequencesGod's correctionsinfaithfulnesswickedness
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'backslide'?
To backslide means to turn away from the right path and start doing wrong things again after a period of faith or righteousness.
How can we avoid the consequences mentioned in this verse?
By staying faithful to God and avoiding wickedness, we can avoid the bitter consequences mentioned in this verse.
What does it mean that 'thy backslidings shall reprove thee'?
This means that your past wrongdoings will come back to teach you a lesson and show you the error of your ways.
How does this verse relate to personal responsibility?
This verse emphasizes personal responsibility by showing that the consequences of one's actions come from their own choices and behaviors.