Monthly Archives: May 2011

Jeremiah 37

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Mark Shields

What is the situation now in Jerusalem (See 2 Kings 34:8-25:7)? What is the charge against Jeremiah (See 32:1-5)? To what extent are you willing to accept the consequences of speaking God’s message when it is unpopular or considered treason? … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 36

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup The King of Judah didn’t take God’s warnings seriously. He refused to listen to God’s counsel and burned Jeremiah’s scroll. Today’s Word from God is a lesson on the need to listen, think, heed warnings, and work at … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 35

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Mark Shields

Jeremiah 35 Passage Lookup The Recabites were disciplined people. They paid attention, learned lessons, and followed the instructions from God. We can learn from this passage that it takes discipline and hard work to be a champion for God. If … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 35-37 questions

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Mark Shields

The question(s) below are to be used to provide fuel for your thoughts as you study the blocks of readings: Jeremiah 35 Passage Lookup Why is God going to bless the descendants of Jonadab?  What do you say when tempted to … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 34 Passage Lookup Jerusalem was under siege so the king tried to get right with God by making an agreement with the people to free the slaves. The slaves were freed but the promise was later broken. One characteristic of … Continue reading →

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Mark Shields | Leave a comment