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Jeremiah 31:9 ยท KJV

"They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn."

King James Version

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Passage Context

7For thus saith the LORD; Sing with gladness for Jacob, and shout among the chief of the nations: publish ye, praise ye, and say, O LORD, save thy people, the remnant of Israel.
8Behold, I will bring them from the north country, and gather them from the coasts of the earth, and with them the blind and the lame, the woman with child and her that travaileth with child together: a great company shall return thither.
9They shall come with weeping, and with supplications will I lead them: I will cause them to walk by the rivers of waters in a straight way, wherein they shall not stumble: for I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.
10Hear the word of the LORD, O ye nations, and declare it in the isles afar off, and say, He that scattered Israel will gather him, and keep him, as a shepherd doth his flock.
11For the LORD hath redeemed Jacob, and ransomed him from the hand of him that was stronger than he.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to be led by God in difficult times?

2

How do you respond to God when you feel lost or troubled?

3

When have you felt God's guidance in your life?

Life Application

guidance

Seek God's direction through prayer when faced with uncertainty.

comfort

Find solace in knowing that God cares for you like a father.

Connection to Jesus

character of jesus

This verse reflects God's fatherly care, which is embodied in Jesus' relationship with His followers.

See also: Matthew 11:28

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