Jeremiah 44-45Jeremiah warns the remnant of Jews in Egypt that they are still in danger because they have not ceased their idolatry, and their foreign wives are insisting on continuing their pagan offerings to the queen of heaven, with their husbands’ full knowledge. So, the LORD promises to destroy all the men, leaving only a few fugitives who will eventually return to Judah.
Meanwhile, Baruch (Jeremiah’s scribe) is in despair. Jeremiah does not give him false hope of greatness. Instead he tells Baruch to be happy with just surviving, because this is a terrible time, and disaster awaits all.
This is a hard message for many, because we are used to looking for the silver lining in each cloud. Sometimes, the rain is all you get. Trust the LORD anyway.
LORD, forgive us for seeking hope outside our destiny in you. You are our hope.
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