Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
“Mi Bikpela, mi God bilong yupela Israel, mi tok, king bilong Juda i bin salim yutupela i kam long mi bilong painimaut bai mi helpim yupela, o nogat. Orait yu mas tokim king olsem. Ol ami bilong king bilong Isip i bin lusim Isip na i kam bilong helpim yupela. Tasol ol i no inap i kamap long yupela. Nogat. Ol bai i tanim long rot na i go bek long as ples bilong ol.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God speaks through Jeremiah to the king of Judah. God says that the army of Pharaoh, which was supposed to help Judah, will return to Egypt and not provide the help they were expecting.
Explained for Children
Imagine you asked your friend to come over and help you clean your room, but your friend gets scared and runs home without helping. That's kind of what's happening here, but with big armies instead of friends.
Historical Background
Jeremiah, a prophet, wrote this verse around 600 BC. He is speaking to the king of Judah during a time when Judah was facing threats from foreign powers. The context involves the political tension and military alliances of the time.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse reminds us to rely on God's promises rather than human help. For example, if you're counting on a friend's support for a project but they back out, remember to trust God's guidance and strength instead.
Topics
trustdivine guidancereliance on Godfalse alliancespromisefaith