Jeremiah·Chapter 36

How to Apply

This week, take a moment to reflect on any guidance or advice you might be ignoring. Is there a situation where you feel overwhelmed or confused? Write down what you think God might be saying to you through others or through your own thoughts. Then, consider taking one small step towards following that guidance. It could be reaching out to someone for help, making a change in your routine, or simply being more open to advice. Remember, like Jeremiah, you can choose to listen and seek clarity instead of ignoring the messages.

Chapter Context

This verse is part of an intense chapter where Jeremiah is trying to get through to the king about the dangers his people face. Prior to this moment, Jeremiah had a scroll written down by his friend Baruch, filled with warnings from God. But instead of listening, the king chooses to burn the scroll, symbolizing his rejection of God’s message. This point in the story is dramatic because it shows the king's stubbornness and the severity of the situation. When God speaks to Jeremiah again, it adds tension; it’s like saying, 'I won’t let you go that easily!' This moment shifts the narrative, emphasizing that God’s voice will always be heard, even when it feels rejected.

Key Biblical Words (Word Study)

• after - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• king - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• burned - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• scroll - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• words - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• that - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• baruch - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• wrote - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• at - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".
• jeremiah’s - The original language uses a word that carries the meaning of "a deep biblical concept".

Reflection Question

What message or guidance do you feel you might be ignoring in your life right now, and what might happen if you choose to acknowledge it?

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 1:4-5 - This verse shows how God knew Jeremiah even before he was born, emphasizing that God has a purpose for each of us, just as He did for Jeremiah.
• Isaiah 30:8 - Written about 100 years before this, it also talks about writing down warnings, showing that God has always communicated through His prophets.
• Ezekiel 3:17 - This is about the responsibility of speaking out when God tells you to, connecting to Jeremiah's mission to warn the king.
• 2 Timothy 3:16 - This verse reminds us that all Scripture is useful for teaching and guiding, showing that God’s words are meant to help us, just like the scroll Jeremiah wrote!

Personal Prayer

Lord, thank You for the truth found in Jeremiah 36:27. Help me to take the insights from this scripture and apply them to my heart today.Amen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Main Themes

Divine Revelation, Judgment and Mercy, Prophetic Ministry, Public Reading, Fear and Urgency, Royal Authority, Repentance

Key Verses

Jeremiah 36:2, Jeremiah 36:6, Jeremiah 36:10, Jeremiah 36:16, Jeremiah 36:19

Historical Context

This chapter is set in the fourth and fifth years of Jehoiakim's reign, a time marked by moral decay and impending doom for Judah due to their disobedience to God. Jeremiah's prophetic ministry occurs when Judah is on the brink of disaster, facing threats from Babylon and internal corruption. The chapter encapsulates the tension between God's call for repentance and the people's resistance to his message. The act of writing and reading the scroll symbolizes the urgency of God's message and the need for individuals to confront their sins and seek reconciliation with God.