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The Word of Jeremiah 18:13 Explained

Jeremiah was a prophet who lived during the ancient Israelite period. He is known for his prophetic words that often took a more controversial tone than what we usually take for granted. In this particular verse, he says something shocking and unexpected: Jeremiah 18:13 : "And if you will seek me with all your heart, and will walk in my statutes, then the LORD will be your God; and ye shall be a people to the Lord." The word 'Jeremiah' means someone who is filled with zeal and devoted to God. The phrase 'with all one's heart,' which suggests that Jeremiah has not only his faith but also the full-hearted devotion required by God. Example Sentence : "If you seek me in all your heart, I will be your God; and ye shall be a people to the Lord." This sentence is a twist on Jeremiah's original verse. When the Israelite nation was weak under the leadership of Jeroboam (who is also known as 'Jeremiah') who believed in a golden calf instead of worshipping the true God, God spoke through Jeremiah in this verse. The contrast between the two individuals and their actions are quite intriguing. End : "But how will you know that I am God? If ye seek me with all your heart, and walk in my statutes, then ye shall be a people to the Lord." This sentence