BIBLE CHARACTERS: Jeremiah - The Weeping Prophet [Lamentations 1:16]

I. His Background:

1. Divinely Chosen [1:5]
2. Commissioned [1:10]
3. Promised Presence [1:19]

II. His Rejection:

1. By His Neighbors [11:19-21]
2. Family [12:6]
3. Friends [20:10]
4. All People [26:8]

III. His Message:

1. Search for a Man [5:1]
2. Old ways Best [6:16]
3. Lost Opportunity [8:20]
4. Depravity of Heart [17:9]
5. Clay & The Potter [18]
6. Finding God [29:3]
7. New Covenant [31:31-34]

Jeremiah was regarded as a meddler and a traitor for his message of condemnation rather than salvation! He reminds us God's message is not always comforting and encouraging.

His book is a vivid reminder that God does not ask us to be successful but faithful.


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