Study From the Book of Jeremiah,45

Study From the Book of Jeramiah, 45
 

Today is the 45^th part of this series where we study chapter 45 of the book of Jeremiah. Here there is one biblical principle and its lesson which is useful in Biblical Counselling.

Baruch assisted and encouraged Jeremiah when he was imprisoned. In this passage Jeremiah replies with a word of encouragement from the Lord for his scribal friend.  The date of the passage, 604 B.C., identifies with the circumstances of ch,36. Baruch had read Jeremiah’s oracles before the temple crowd and the princes of Judah, before Jehoiakim burned the original scroll. A second scroll was prepared by Baruch, and remained an assistant to Jeremiah throughout his ministry, including the journey to Egypt.

Baruch suffered mental  anguish and personal rejection from the people due to his association with Jeremiah. Baruch apparently had hope for position, honour, and distinction. However, these dreams were lost through his association with Jeremiah. Yet Baruch would be spared the judgment that would befall the land, for the Lord would give him his life as a prize.

Structure

Verses 1-5: Assurance to Baruch.

Principle 70, verse 45:5-…. “’ And do you seek great things for yourself? Do not seek them; for behold, I will bring adversity on all flesh,’ says the Lord. ‘But I will give your life to you as a prize in all places, wherever you go.’”

Lesson 70: As God did with Ebed-Meleck, He promised to spare the life of Jeremiah’s servant, Baruch-but Baruch wanted more. We must remember that God has a district plan for each of us, and our best is always God’s best for us.13/10/2024.