Jeremiah 2:19

English NASU 1989 - New American Standard Update - Only for Website

Jeremiah 2:19 — English NASU 1989 - New American Standard Update - Only for Website

Your own wickedness chastises you, your own infidelities punish you. Know then, and see, how evil and bitter is your forsaking the LORD, your God, And showing no fear of me, says the Lord, the GOD of hosts.

What Does This Mean?

Jeremiah 2:19 says that God will correct you because of your own wickedness and backslidings. God is speaking here, and the key message is that forsaking Him leads to bitter consequences.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a best friend who always takes care of you, but you decide to ignore them and do bad things. Your friend will let you face the consequences of your actions. That's what God is saying here.

Historical Background

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this verse around 627-585 BCE. He was addressing the people of Israel who had turned away from God, and he warned them of the consequences of their actions.

Living It Out Today

If you are considering leaving a relationship or a job that has been beneficial to you, think about the potential consequences. For example, leaving a stable job for a risky venture without a backup plan could lead to difficult times.

Topics

• repentance
• consequences
• God's correction
• sin
• faithfulness
• wickedness

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 3:13
• Hosea 5:15
• Isaiah 1:5
• Romans 6:23
• Hebrews 12:6

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'backslide'?

To backslide means to turn away from the right path and start doing wrong things again after a period of faith or righteousness.

How can we avoid the consequences mentioned in this verse?

By staying faithful to God and avoiding wickedness, we can avoid the bitter consequences mentioned in this verse.

What does it mean that 'thy backslidings shall reprove thee'?

This means that your past wrongdoings will come back to teach you a lesson and show you the error of your ways.

How does this verse relate to personal responsibility?

This verse emphasizes personal responsibility by showing that the consequences of one's actions come from their own choices and behaviors.