Jeremiah 17 Commentary

Sin is never erased by neglect—it is only removed by repentance.

This verse shows how easily wrong desires can rival even our most cherished attachments.

God takes away all false security when His people refuse to rely on Him.

God holds His people accountable to the covenant they accepted and disciplines them when they refuse to heed His warnings.

Trusting in anything but God leads to ruin.

The curse of dry barrenness summarized in one sentence: choosing human strength over God leads to a fruitless life.

Blessing flows from truly trusting in the LORD.

God’s sustaining presence roots us in hope and ensures our fruitfulness even in trials.

God alone can heal and renew the human heart.

God alone knows the deepest secrets of every heart.

It warns that dishonestly gained wealth will inevitably vanish, leaving the seeker of unjust gain empty-handed and ashamed.

God’s throne has stood forever, ensuring hope and shelter for all who trust in Him.

Those who forsake God shame themselves and lose the sustaining power only found in His living waters.

God is the only source of true healing and salvation.

God sees beyond the surface, timing His fulfillment of prophecy for when it best accomplishes His purposes.

God’s faithful prophet, Jeremiah, chose unwavering obedience over personal comfort even when delivering difficult truths.

For Jeremiah, trusting in God means turning to Him as the only shield.

This verse highlights God’s ultimate justice over those who oppose Him and serves as a reminder that the faithful can entrust their cause into the hands of the One who sees all things.

God commands Jeremiah to stand boldly at the heart of the city so all may hear and respond.

This verse calls everyone—regardless of station—to stop and pay attention to God’s pronouncement.

Keeping the Sabbath day holy was a safeguard against relying on human effort, and it served as a weekly reminder that true rest is found only in the LORD.

God graciously calls His people to rest and renewal through a holy day set apart for worship and reflection.

They resisted God's word, and it led them to refuse the correction that would have saved them.

God warns His people in this verse that blessings follow obedient hearts willing to honor the Sabbath.

God’s plan always involves the blessing of His people through faithful leadership, and He remains faithful to His covenant promises even when circumstances seem dire.

God’s people will once again worship Him from every place, united in giving praise and thanksgiving to His name.

This verse is a clear call that failing to honor God and His commands results in serious consequence for both individuals and their communities.