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Jeremiah |
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served as a prophet to Judah from 627 b.c. until the Exile in 586 b.c. |
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Climate of the times |
Society was deteriorating economically, politically, spiritually. Wars and captivity dominated the world scene. God's word was deemed offensive. |
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Main message |
Repentance from sin would postpone Judah's coming judgment at the hands of Babylon. |
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Importance of message |
Repentance is one of the greatest needs in our immoral world. God's promises to the faithful shine brightly by bringing hope for tomorrow and strength for today. |
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Contemporary prophets |
Habakkuk (612-588 b.c.), |