Jeremiah 29:32 · KJV
"Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will punish Shemaiah the Nehelamite, and his seed: he shall not have a man to dwell among this people; neither shall he behold the good that I will do for my people, saith the LORD; because he hath taught rebellion against the LORD."
King James Version
What does Jeremiah 29:32 mean? →Passage Context
30Then came the word of the LORD unto Jeremiah, saying,
31Send to all them of the captivity, saying, Thus saith the LORD concerning Shemaiah the Nehelamite; Because that Shemaiah hath prophesied unto you, and I sent him not, and he caused you to trust in a lie:
32Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will punish Shemaiah the Nehelamite, and his seed: he shall not have a man to dwell among this people; neither shall he behold the good that I will do for my people, saith the LORD; because he hath taught rebellion against the LORD.
Reflection Questions
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How do you respond to the consequences of your actions?
2
What does it mean for you to teach others about faith?
3
When have you felt the weight of accountability?
Life Application
leadership
Be mindful of the influence you have on others. Strive to lead by example and teach truth.
faith
Reflect on your own beliefs and ensure they align with God's word to avoid leading others astray.
People in This Verse
Shemaiah the NehelamiteOT
A false prophet during the Babylonian exile, Shemaiah opposed Jeremiah's messages. His actions contributed to the spiritual confusion among the exiles.
First appearance: Jeremiah 29:24
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