Jeremiah 1:14 · KJV
"Then the LORD said unto me, Out of the north an evil shall break forth upon all the inhabitants of the land."
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 1:14 mean? →Passage Context
12Then said the LORD unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it.
13And the word of the LORD came unto me the second time, saying, What seest thou? And I said, I see a seething pot; and the face thereof is toward the north.
14Then the LORD said unto me, Out of the north an evil shall break forth upon all the inhabitants of the land.
15For, lo, I will call all the families of the kingdoms of the north, saith the LORD; and they shall come, and they shall set every one his throne at the entering of the gates of Jerusalem, and against all the walls thereof round about, and against all the cities of Judah.
16And I will utter my judgments against them touching all their wickedness, who have forsaken me, and have burned incense unto other gods, and worshipped the works of their own hands.
Reflection Questions
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How do you respond to warnings in your life?
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What does it mean for you to heed God's voice?
3
When have you felt unprepared for a difficult situation?
Life Application
faith
Trust in God's guidance during challenging times. Prepare yourself spiritually to face adversities.
courage
Speak truthfully to those around you, even when it's uncomfortable.
People in This Verse
JeremiahOT
A major prophet known for his lamentations and prophecies against Judah's unfaithfulness.
First appearance: Jeremiah 1:1
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