Jer 42:5-6 | MHM | STEP | v. 5–6 : The people made a solemn promise, calling on God as their witness, to obey whatever message He sent through Jeremiah. They declared, “Whether it be good, or whether it be evil, we will obey the voice of the Lord our God” (Jeremiah 42:5–6 ). They understood that obedience to God was the only way for things to go well with them. This vow seemed sincere at the time, but true faith is shown by actions, not just words.

‏ Jeremiah 42:5-6

v. 5–6: The people made a solemn promise, calling on God as their witness, to obey whatever message He sent through Jeremiah. They declared, “Whether it be good, or whether it be evil, we will obey the voice of the Lord our God” (Jeremiah 42:5–6 ^a). They understood that obedience to God was the only way for things to go well with them. This vow seemed sincere at the time, but true faith is shown by actions, not just words.

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