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Jeremiah 37:9 · KJV

"Thus saith the LORD; Deceive not yourselves, saying, The Chaldeans shall surely depart from us: for they shall not depart."

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Passage Context

7Thus saith the LORD, the God of Israel; Thus shall ye say to the king of Judah, that sent you unto me to enquire of me; Behold, Pharaoh's army, which is come forth to help you, shall return to Egypt into their own land.
8And the Chaldeans shall come again, and fight against this city, and take it, and burn it with fire.
9Thus saith the LORD; Deceive not yourselves, saying, The Chaldeans shall surely depart from us: for they shall not depart.
10For though ye had smitten the whole army of the Chaldeans that fight against you, and there remained but wounded men among them, yet should they rise up every man in his tent, and burn this city with fire.
11And it came to pass, that when the army of the Chaldeans was broken up from Jerusalem for fear of Pharaoh's army,

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Reflection Questions

1

How do I sometimes deceive myself in difficult situations?

2

What false hopes have I held onto in my life?

3

When have I ignored wise counsel in favor of my own desires?

Life Application

faith

Trusting God's truth is essential, especially in challenging times. Reflect on how you can seek His guidance instead of relying on your own understanding.

relationships

Be honest with yourself and others about your struggles. Open communication can prevent misunderstandings and false hopes.

People in This Verse

JeremiahOT

A major prophet known for his lamentations and prophecies against Judah's unfaithfulness.

First appearance: Jeremiah 1:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of ancient Israel, significant for its religious and political importance. It was the center of worship for the Israelites.

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