August 24

Lamentations 3-5

August 23

Lamentations 1-2

Lamentations

Overview:
The book of Lamentations records the grief of the author (likely the prophet Jeremiah) over the destruction of Jerusalem. He lamented the people's punishment and relied on God's mercy for their restoration.

At the end of this world, there won't be enough oceans to hold all the tears shed over humanity's sin and the resulting consequences. In this book, Jeremiah cried out because of his people's refusal to serve only the true God. Yet, how many tears do believers in Jesus Christ shed for those who are lost? As you read through Lamentations, ask God to give you a heart for those people around you who don't know Christ.

Outline:
I. Lord, Look at Our Condition ( 1:1-22)
II. Lord, Your People Have Sinned (2:1-22)
III. Lord, You are Faithful ( 3:1-66)
IV. Lord, Your Punishment is Severe (4:1-22)
V. Lord, Please Remember Us (5:1-22)

Scannable Facts:
Author: Anonymous, but probably Jeremiah
Time Written: Most likely soon after the fall of Jerusalem in 586 B.c.
Theme to Note: God's judgment brings pain and suffering
Notable Women: Women who have suffered tragedy and grief

August 22

Jeremiah 51-52

A Message About Babylon (cont). - 51
The Fall of Jerusalem - 52:1-30
Jehoiachin Released - 52:31-34

August 21

Jeremiah 50

A Message About Babylon

August 20

Jeremiah 49

A Message About Ammon - 49:1-27
A Message About Kedar and Hazor - 49:28-39

August 19

Jeremiah 47-48

A Message About the Philistines - 47
A Message About Moab - 48

August 18

Jeremiah 44-46

Disaster Because of Idolatry - 44
A Message to Baruch - 45
A Message About Egypt - 46

August 17

Jeremiah 40-43

Jeremiah Freed - 40-41:15
Flight to Egypt - 41:16-43

August 16

Jeremiah 37-39

Jeremiah in Prison - 37
Jeremiah Thrown Into a Cistern - 38:1-13
Zedekiah Questions Jeremiah Again - 38:14-28
The Fall of Jerusalem - 39

August 15

Jeremiah 34-36

Warning to Zedekiah - 34:1-7
Freedom for Slaves - 34:8-22
The Recabites - 35:1-19
Jehoiakim Burns Jeremiah's Scroll - 36:1-32

August 14

Jeremiah 31-33

Restoration of Israel (cont). - 31:40
Jeremiah Buys a Field - 32:1-44
Promise of Restoration - 33:1-26

August 13

Jeremiah 28-30

The False Prophet Hananiah - 28:1-17
A Letter to the Exiles - 29:1-23
Message to Shemaiah - 29:24-32
Restoration of Israel - 30:1-24

August 12

Jeremiah 25-27

Seven Years of Captivity - 25:1-14
The Cup of God's Wrath - 25:15-38
Jeremiah Threatened With Death - 26:1-24
Judah to Serve Nebuchadnezzar - 27:1-22

August 11

Jeremiah 22-24

Judgment Against Evil Kings - 22:1-30
The Righteous Branch - 23:1-8
Lying Prophets - 23:9-32
False Oracles and False Prophets - 23:33-40
Two Baskets of Figs - 24:1-10

August 10

Jeremiah 18-21

At the Potter's House - 18:1---19:15
Jeremiah and Pashhur - 20:1-7
Jeremiah's Complaint - 20:8-18
God Rejects Zedekiah's Request - 21:1-14

August 9

Jeremiah 15-17

Drought, Famine, Sword (cont.) - 15:1-21
Day of Disaster - 16:1---17:18
Keeping the Sabbath Holy - 17:19-27

August 8

Jeremiah 12-14

Jeremiah's Complaint - 12:1-17
A Linen Belt - 13:1-11
Wineskins - 13:12-14
Threat of Captivity - 13:15-27
Drought, Famine, Sword - 14:1-22

Please take a step back to Isaiah 40:31 - Reader Request

Alright everybody. This is where the "learning together" comes in...

A reader has asked that I post Isaiah 40:31 because she would like help understanding the verse's symbolism. Please post your comments offering insight on the meaning of this scripture.

The NIV version says: but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

August 7

Jeremiah 9-11

Sin and Punishment - 9:1-26
God and Idols - 10:1-16
Coming Destruction - 10:17-22
Jeremiah's Prayer - 10:23-25
The Covenant is Broken - 11:1-23