Jeremiah 43-44, 46; Psalm 148; 2 Peter 1
Jeremiah 43-44, 46:
Despite God's clear command through Jeremiah, the rebellious leaders of Judah decided to flee to Egypt to escape the Babylonian forces. However, Jeremiah continued to warn them of the dangers of seeking refuge there, insisting that Egypt would not provide the safety they desired.
Though the people had fallen into idolatry and turned away from God, He remained faithful to His covenant with Abraham. God reiterates His promise of ultimate restoration for Israel: "Do not be afraid, Jacob my servant, for I am with you,' declares the Lord. 'I will destroy all the nations among which I scatter you, but I will not destroy you. I will discipline you only in due measure and not let you go entirely unpunished" (Jer. 46:28).
Psalm 148:
God's people always have reason to praise Him for His faithfulness and steadfast love. The psalm emphasizes the greatness of God's power and care for His people.
2 Peter 1:
The first half of this chapter provides a detailed description of the process of spiritual growth for Christians. This growth is centered on continually knowing Christ (2 Peter 1:2, 3, 8) and is demonstrated through practical trust in Him. This trust leads to growth in virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love.
The second half emphasizes the foundation of faith—the authority of the Holy Scriptures. Peter explains that Scripture's authority is greater than even his own experiences because of its divine inspiration: "For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit" (2 Peter 1:21).
Despite God's clear command through Jeremiah, the rebellious leaders of Judah decided to flee to Egypt to escape the Babylonian forces. However, Jeremiah continued to warn them of the dangers of seeking refuge there, insisting that Egypt would not provide the safety they desired.
Though the people had fallen into idolatry and turned away from God, He remained faithful to His covenant with Abraham. God reiterates His promise of ultimate restoration for Israel: "Do not be afraid, Jacob my servant, for I am with you,' declares the Lord. 'I will destroy all the nations among which I scatter you, but I will not destroy you. I will discipline you only in due measure and not let you go entirely unpunished" (Jer. 46:28).
Psalm 148:
God's people always have reason to praise Him for His faithfulness and steadfast love. The psalm emphasizes the greatness of God's power and care for His people.
2 Peter 1:
The first half of this chapter provides a detailed description of the process of spiritual growth for Christians. This growth is centered on continually knowing Christ (2 Peter 1:2, 3, 8) and is demonstrated through practical trust in Him. This trust leads to growth in virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love.
The second half emphasizes the foundation of faith—the authority of the Holy Scriptures. Peter explains that Scripture's authority is greater than even his own experiences because of its divine inspiration: "For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit" (2 Peter 1:21).
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