Jeremiah 35:17

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God through Jeremiah warns the people of Judah and Jerusalem that they will face severe consequences because they have ignored God's calls and messages. God has spoken to them, but they have not listened or responded.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who always asks you to clean up your toys, but you never do. One day, your friend decides that since you don't listen, you can't play with the toys anymore. This verse is like that, but God is very sad that His people didn't listen to Him.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this around 600 BC. He was speaking to the people of Judah and Jerusalem, warning them that their disobedience to God would lead to severe consequences, which included exile and destruction.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where a manager repeatedly warns their team about the importance of following safety protocols, but the team ignores these warnings. Eventually, ignoring these warnings could lead to serious accidents and the manager can no longer protect them.

Topics

obedienceconsequenceswarningdisobediencejudgmentfaith

Related Verses

Ezekiel 33:8-9Isaiah 65:2-31 Samuel 8:7Matthew 23:37Acts 7:51

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God warn the people of Judah?
God warned them because they had disobeyed Him and ignored His calls, leading to consequences that would protect them if they had listened.
What are the consequences mentioned in this verse?
The verse talks about bringing 'all the evil' upon Judah and Jerusalem, which historically included destruction and exile.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
It teaches us about the importance of heeding God's words and the potential consequences of ignoring His guidance in our lives.
What can we learn about obedience from this verse?
This verse emphasizes that obedience to God's commands is crucial, as ignoring them can lead to negative outcomes and loss of blessings.
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