Laat uw boosheid u tuchtigen en uw afdwaling u kastijden; weet en zie, dat het boos en bitter is, dat gij de HERE uw God hebt verlaten, en dat er geen vrees voor Mij bij u is, luidt het woord van de Here, de HERE der heerscharen.
Wat betekent dit?
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.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
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.
Historische achtergrond
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.
Toepassing voor vandaag
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.