Jeremiah 17:15
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse shows Jeremiah being challenged by others who doubt the word of the Lord. They ask Jeremiah where the promises of God are, showing their lack of faith and belief in God's word.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you promised your friend you'd come over to play tomorrow, but they say, 'Where are you? Show up now!' That's like the people asking Jeremiah where God's promises are. They're not waiting patiently.
歴史的背景
Jeremiah wrote this around 600 BC during a time of crisis in Judah. The people were struggling and doubted God's promises, questioning Jeremiah's prophetic words.
今日への適用
In a modern scenario, if a friend doubts your promise to help them move next week, they might say, 'Where's the help? Show up now!' This verse reminds us to have patience and faith in God's timing.