JEREMIAH 3

GOD REMAINS FAITHFUL TO HIS PEOPLE 

God compares the Israelites to an unfaithful spouse who has left Him and given themselves to other, lesser gods. The people of Judah saw the Northern Kingdom of Israel make the same mistakes and be taken captive by Assyria, but instead of learning from their mistakes and consequences, they followed in the same sin and rebellion.

Despite their unfaithfulness, God calls for them to repent and return to Him. He will not be angry towards them, but instead show them mercy for acknowledging their guilt.

God speaks of a time when he will provide shepherds after His own heart, people who will feed them with knowledge and understanding. There will be a day when Jerusalem will be restored and known as God’s holy dwelling place. Although Israel has abandoned their faith in God, He has not abandoned them.