Jeremiah 23:26 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

How long shall this be in the heart of the prophets that prophesy lies? yea, they are prophets of the deceit of their own heart;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

How long will these prophets keep lying in their hearts? Yes, they are prophets who speak the deceptions that come from their own hearts.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is expressing frustration with false prophets who speak lies that come from their own hearts rather than true messages from Him.

📚 Historical Context

During the time of the prophet Jeremiah in ancient Judah around the 6th century BC, the nation was facing God's judgment due to rampant idolatry and disobedience to His laws. False prophets were prevalent, spreading deceptive messages of peace and security to gain favor, while ignoring God's calls for repentance and true reform through Jeremiah. This verse highlights God's frustration with these prophets who prioritized their own ambitions over divine truth, as Judah edged closer to exile by the Babylonians.

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