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Key Thought : After the destruction of Jerusalem, Israel goes deeper and deeper into sin in line with human nature. Jeremiah stayed with the people as God stays with us. Back to Egypt Lesson December 12-18, 2015/ 1. Have a volunteer read Jeremiah 41:16-18. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Jeremiah’s prophecy of the new covenant is the reaffirmation of God’s eternal covenant. God’s covenant has always offered salvation through righteousness by faith. The Covenant December 5 – 11, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read Genesis 9:13-17. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Jeremiah lived out his message in a personal way, as he abstained from a lot of social interaction. Jeremiah’s Yoke November 21-27, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read Jeremiah 16:1-8. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. Why did God … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Josiah’s reforms with all his zeal, enthusiasm, and determination demonstrated that it was possible to follow God faithfully and bring temporary peace to the nation. Josiah’s Reform, November 14- 21, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read 2 Kings 22:3-7. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Knowing or not knowing God is reflected in practical ways in our lives. Where relational knowledge is lacking, idolatry sets in and brings a need of repentance. The Crisis Continues, November 7-13, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read Jeremiah 10:10-15. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Symbols and symbolic acts can communicate powerful messages, and Jeremiah is probably the prophet that uses them the most.. Lesson on Symbolic Acts, October 31 – November 6, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read Numbers 21:5-9. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Jeremiah suffered resistance and persecution from the religious leaders of the nation. He was so discouraged, he cursed his life, but through inspiration, continued to preach. Lesson on More Woes for the Prophet, October 24-30. 1. Have a volunteer read Jeremiah 20:7-14. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Sin pervades every aspect of human existence. Jeremiah experienced this when his life was threatened because of the message he preached.. Rebuke and Retribution, October 17-23, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read Jeremiah 17:1-5. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Jeremiah’s message addressed a crisis that had been in the making through extended grace and increased apostasy that eventually led to exile. The Last Five Kings of Judah, October 10-16, 2015 1. Have a volunteer read 2 Chronicles 34:29-33. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Jeremiah’s message addressed a crisis that had been in the making through extended grace and increased apostasy that eventually led to exile. Lesson for October 3-9 1. Have a volunteer read Judges 2:1-3. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. … Continue reading –>
