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Jeremiah 42:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And now I have this day declared it to you; but ye have not obeyed the voice of the LORD your God, nor any thing for the which he hath sent me unto you.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I've told you exactly what God said today, but you're still not listening to him or following anything he sent me here to tell you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The message was clear, but listening and actually doing it are two very different things.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Jeremiah, the prophet is addressing the remnant of Judah after the Babylonian invasion, as they grapple with the aftermath of their nation's fall and seek guidance on whether to stay in the land or flee to Egypt. Jeremiah, acting as God's messenger, delivers a direct warning from the Lord not to go to Egypt, promising protection if they remain obedient. Despite this clear divine instruction, the people ultimately reject it, illustrating a pattern of rebellion that leads to further judgment.

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