Jeremiah 52 - God Does What He Says He Will Do

 

Jeremiah 52 – God Does What He Says He Will Do

 

God says, “I am ready to perform my word” and it closes with evidence that God did what He said He would do. This chapter sets the stage for the reading of Lamentations.

 

Zedekiah was a rebel, not only against the king of Babylon but also against the Lord; and he lost both battles. He led his sons and his leaders into death and himself into darkness and bondage (Judges 16:20-21). The religious leaders who had persecuted Jeremiah were slain by the enemy.

 

The temple was plundered despite the promises given by the false prophets. The walls were broken down, and the city and the temple were burned. God would rather destroy His city and His house than permit people to sin successfully. If they will not glorify Him in obedience, they must honor Him in judgment.

 

The people were deported to remain in captivity for seventy years. The words of Jeremiah were precious to them during these difficult years, just as God’s Word should be precious to His people “in exile” in this world today. Follow Jeremiah’s good example and joyfully feed on His Word.

 

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J. Vernon McGee Commentary and Nelson’s Quick Reference Commentary.