Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
Tarangu, ol lain bilong mi i stap long olgeta hap bilong kantri na ol i krai na singaut olsem, “Ating Bikpela i no moa i stap king long taun Saion, a? Bilong wanem na em i no helpim yumi?” Tasol Bikpela i bekim tok olsem, “Bilong wanem na yupela ol manmeri bilong mi i bin wokim ol piksa bilong ol rabis god bilong ol arapela kantri na lotuim ol? Dispela pasin bilong yupela i mekim mi i belhat nogut tru.”
What Does This Mean?
Jeremiah is speaking here, expressing the distress of the people who are far from home. The verse questions why the people are worshipping false gods instead of the one true God who rules from Zion.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're far from home and you're sad because you miss your family. Jeremiah is like a big brother saying, 'Why are you playing with toys that don't really help you, when you have a real family who loves you?'
Historical Background
Jeremiah, a prophet in the 6th century BCE, wrote this during a time of great distress for the Jewish people. The Babylonians had conquered Jerusalem, and the people were taken into exile. The verse reflects the people's cry and their misplaced faith in idols.
Living It Out Today
Think about a time when you felt far from your support system. This verse reminds us to rely on the true source of help and not to let distractions lead us away from what truly matters.