Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Dette ordet kom til Jeremia fra Herren: «Stå i porten til Herrens hus og rop ut dette: Hør Herrens Ord, hele Juda, dere som går inn gjennom disse portene for å tilbe Herren! Dette sier Hærskarenes Herre, Israels Gud til dere: Lev livet deres på rett måte og forbedre handlingene deres, så skal Jeg la dere bli boende på dette stedet. Ikke stol på den løgnen dere hører når folk sier: ‘Her er Herrens tempel, Her er Herrens tempel!’ Men hvis dere virkelig legger om livsstilen deres, hvis dere virkelig begynner å felle rettferdige dommer, hvis dere slutter å undertrykke det fremmede folket, de farløse og enkene og ikke skader uskyldige, og ikke følger andre guder – som bare er til skade for dere – da skal Jeg la dere bli boende på dette stedet. Landet ble jo gitt til forfedrene deres for at slekten skulle beholde det til evig tid.
What Does This Mean?
This verse introduces a message from God to Jeremiah. God is speaking to Jeremiah, telling him what he is about to say. The key message is that God is about to give Jeremiah a special message.
Explained for Children
Imagine God is like a parent giving a note to a child to deliver to a friend. God is giving Jeremiah a note with a special message for the people. This is how God often talks to his people through special helpers called prophets.
Historical Background
Jeremiah wrote this verse around 627-580 BCE. He was a prophet, speaking to the people of Judah. The cultural setting was a time of political instability and religious decline, where God's messages were crucial.
Living It Out Today
Today, imagine a manager giving an important message to an employee to share with the team. Just as that message is crucial for team success, God's message to Jeremiah was crucial for the well-being of the people of Judah.
What is the significance of Jeremiah as a prophet?
Jeremiah was a key prophet who warned the people of Judah about the consequences of their actions and the need to return to God's ways. He was known for his unwavering commitment to God's message despite facing opposition.
How does God communicate with his people?
God communicates through various means, including prophets like Jeremiah, dreams, visions, and in the New Testament, through the Holy Spirit and the written Word of God.
What can we learn from the introduction of God's message to Jeremiah?
We can learn that God's messages are important and need to be taken seriously. They often come with specific instructions and are meant to guide and correct the path of the people.
How can we apply God's messages from the Old Testament to our lives today?
We can apply these messages by understanding the principles behind them, such as the importance of following God's will and living in accordance with his teachings, which are still relevant today.