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Jeremiah 27:15 · KJV

"For I have not sent them, saith the LORD, yet they prophesy a lie in my name; that I might drive you out, and that ye might perish, ye, and the prophets that prophesy unto you."

King James Version

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Passage Context

13Why will ye die, thou and thy people, by the sword, by the famine, and by the pestilence, as the LORD hath spoken against the nation that will not serve the king of Babylon?
14Therefore hearken not unto the words of the prophets that speak unto you, saying, Ye shall not serve the king of Babylon: for they prophesy a lie unto you.
15For I have not sent them, saith the LORD, yet they prophesy a lie in my name; that I might drive you out, and that ye might perish, ye, and the prophets that prophesy unto you.
16Also I spake to the priests and to all this people, saying, Thus saith the LORD; Hearken not to the words of your prophets that prophesy unto you, saying, Behold, the vessels of the LORD'S house shall now shortly be brought again from Babylon: for they prophesy a lie unto you.
17Hearken not unto them; serve the king of Babylon, and live: wherefore should this city be laid waste?

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you ensure you are following God's true voice?

2

What does it mean to you to avoid deception?

3

When have you felt misled by someone claiming to speak for God?

Life Application

truth

Commit to studying the Bible to understand God's voice clearly. Be cautious of teachings that contradict Scripture.

community

Discuss your faith with trusted friends to help discern truth from lies in your spiritual journey.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city where Jeremiah prophesied, facing the consequences of false prophecies.

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