45:1ffThe event relating to this chapter is recorded in 36:1-8. The chapter was written in 605~604 B.C. Baruch was the scribe who recorded Jeremiah’s words on a scroll.
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Jeremiah 45
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45Jeremiah 45
A Message for Baruch
145 The prophet Jeremiah gave a message to Baruch son of Neriah in the fourth year of the reign of Jehoiakim son of Josiah,* after Baruch had written down everything Jeremiah had dictated to him. He said, 2“This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, Says to you, Baruch:? You have said, ‘I am overwhelmed with trouble! Haven't I had enough pain already? And now the LORD has added more! I am worn out from sighing and can find no rest.’ 4“Baruch, this is what the LORD says: ‘I will destroy this nation that I built. I will uproot what I planted. 5Are you seeking great things for yourself? Don’t do it! I will bring great disaster upon all these people; but I will give you your life as a reward wherever you go. I, the LORD, have spoken!’”
B. GOD’S JUDGMENT ON THE NATIONS (46:1—52:34)
All of Jeremiah’s prophecies against foreign nations have been grouped together. Many of the people in these nations assumed that they were free from judgment and punishment for their sin. Following these prophecies is a historical appendix recounting the fall of Jerusalem. Just as Jerusalem received its punishment, these nations were certain to receive theirs as well. Those today who think that judgment will never touch them are forewarned. 1. Prophecies about foreign nations
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45:5Baruch had long been serving this unpopular prophet, writing his book of struggles and judgments, and now he was upset. God told Baruch to take his eyes off himself and whatever rewards he thought he deserved. If Baruch did this, God would protect him. it is easy to lose the joy of serving our God when we take our eyes off him. The more we iook away from God's Purposes toward our own sacrifices, the more frustrated we will become. As you serve God, beware of focusing on what you are giving up. When this happens, ask God’s forgiveness; then redirect your attention to the incomparable privilege of serving God. ylonians entered Carchemish by surprise and defeated Egypt. This battle, which passed world leadership to Babylon, was Nebuchadnezzar’s first victory, establishing him in his new position as king of the Babylonian Empire. With Egypt's power declining, it was both poor strategy and disobedience to God for Judah to form an alliance with Egypt.
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46:tff In this chapter, we gain several insights about God and his plan for this world. (1) Although God chose Israel for a special purpose, he loves ail people and wants all to come to him. (2) God is holy and will not tolerate sin. (3) God’s judgments are not based on prejudice and a desire for revenge but on fairness and justice. (4) God does not delight in judgment but in salvation. (5) God is impartial—he judges everyone by the same standard. 46:2 At the battle of Carchemish in 605 B.C., Babylon and Egypt, the two major world powers after Assyria’s fall, clashed. The Bab-