Jeremiah 21:14 Meaning
But I will punish you according to the fruit of your doings, saith the LORD: and I will kindle a fire in the forest thereof, and it shall devour all things round about it.
Context Explained
12O house of David, thus saith the LORD; Execute judgment in the morning, and deliver him that is spoiled out of the hand of the oppressor, lest my fury go out like fire, and burn that none can quench it, because of the evil of your doings.
13Behold, I am against thee, O inhabitant of the valley, and rock of the plain, saith the LORD; which say, Who shall come down against us? or who shall enter into our habitations?
14But I will punish you according to the fruit of your doings, saith the LORD: and I will kindle a fire in the forest thereof, and it shall devour all things round about it.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Galatians 6:7
Both verses emphasize that one reaps what they sow.
Romans 2:6
This verse discusses God's judgment based on deeds, similar to Jeremiah's warning.
Revelation 20:12
Both verses highlight accountability for actions before God.
Source: Jeremiah 21:14