Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
I begynnelsen av regjeringstiden til Jojakim, Josjias sønn, kongen av Juda, fikk Jeremia dette ordet fra Herren: «Finn en bærestropp og noe å bære på, slik at du ser ut som en slave! Send en budbærer med dette til Edoms konge, Moabs konge, Ammons folks konge, Tyros’ konge og Sidons konge. La budbærerne komme til Jerusalem, til Sidkia, kongen av Juda. Befal budbærerne å si til sine herrer at Hærskarenes Herre, Israels Gud, sier dette: ‘Jeg har formet jorden, menneskene og dyrene som er på jorden, ved Min store kraft og ved Min sterke arm. Jeg gir det Jeg ønsker, til dem Jeg vil.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that at the start of Jehoiakim's rule, God gave a message to Jeremiah. The message is about what God wants to say to His people through Jeremiah.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're starting a new school year and your teacher gives you a special note from the principal. This verse is like that note, but it's from God and given to Jeremiah at the beginning of a new king's rule.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, a prophet of God, wrote this verse. It was during the time when Jehoiakim was becoming the new king of Judah. The people of Judah were going through a difficult time, and God was using Jeremiah to guide them.
Living It Out Today
Today, think about a new leader in your community or school. Like Jeremiah, who heard God’s message during a new king's rule, we can listen to God's guidance as we face changes and challenges with our new leaders.