Whether it be good, or whether it be evil, we will obey the voice of the LORD our God, to whom we send thee; that it may be well with us, when we obey the voice of the LORD our God.
Whatever God tells us, whether we like it or not, we're going to listen and do what he says. We're sending you to ask him, and we promise we'll follow through because we know that's what's best for us.
Sometimes the right choice isn't the easy choice, but trusting God's direction always leads somewhere good.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Jeremiah, a group of Jewish survivors after the Babylonian conquest approached the prophet for guidance on whether to stay in Judah or flee to Egypt amid growing threats. They promised to obey whatever God revealed through Jeremiah, as expressed in this verse, reflecting their desire for divine direction during a time of uncertainty and fear following Jerusalem's destruction. This commitment highlights the tension between human plans and God's sovereign will in the midst of exile and political turmoil.
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