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Christ: The Plan Fulfilled - Christocentric (Jeremiah 29:11)

Source: Christological interpretation78 words

The exiles' hope and future ultimately pointed to Christ. Seventy years later, they returned to rebuild—but the real fulfillment came centuries after, when the One who IS our hope and future arrived. Jesus is God's plan for prospering humanity. He became our peace; He IS our future. Every promise in Jeremiah finds its "Yes" in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20). When you read Jeremiah 29:11, see through it to Jesus. He's the hope; He's the future; He's the plan.

Topics & Themes

ChristfulfillmenthopefutureYes

Scripture References

Jeremiah 29:112 Corinthians 1:20

Emotional Tone

hopejoypeace

Audience

adults

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