Illustrations from Jeremiah
215 illustrations referencing Jeremiah
Israel's Continuing Promise - Dispensational (Jeremiah 29:11)
Dispensationalists note: Jeremiah 29:11 was given to Israel specifically. While Christians can draw application, the primary reference is God's covenant people. And the promise has been literally, his...
The Original Context of Exile - Traditional (Jeremiah 29:11)
Before quoting Jeremiah 29:11, know the context: God was speaking to exiles in Babylon who had LOST everything—homeland, temple, freedom. They wouldn't see the "hope and future" in their lifetime. God...
Cooperating With God's Plans - Wesleyan (Jeremiah 29:11)
God had plans for the exiles, but notice: He called them to participate. Build houses. Plant gardens. Marry. Pray. Seek peace. The future wasn't passively received but actively pursued in cooperation ...
God's Personal Plan for You - Baptist (Jeremiah 29:11)
A teenager wrote Jeremiah 29:11 on her mirror, praying it every day. She didn't know where life would lead—college, career, relationships all uncertain. Twenty years later, she looks back and sees a p...
Hidden Under the Cross - Lutheran (Jeremiah 29:11)
Jeremiah 29:11 came to people who had every reason to think God had abandoned them. Temple destroyed. Nation conquered. Promise seemingly broken. Yet precisely THERE, God spoke of hope and future. Lut...
Hope in American Babylon - Black Church (Jeremiah 29:11)
African Americans have lived as exiles in their own country—brought here in chains, denied citizenship, fought for every right. Yet Black churches preached Jeremiah 29:11 with conviction: God has plan...
The Mennonite Migration - Anabaptist (Jeremiah 29:11)
Mennonites have been exiles repeatedly—driven from Switzerland, then the Netherlands, then Prussia, then Russia, then to North and South America. Each migration felt like catastrophe; each produced ne...
The Law Challenge
In our modern world, Law presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these wat...
The Guilt Challenge
In our modern world, Guilt presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
Finding Pentecost in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate the...
When Sexuality Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Sexuality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate the...
A Modern Story of Climate Change & Stewardship
The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - our planet - and we will be held accountabl...
The Example of Goodness - Story
A story related to this content Just as a bridge connecting two shores, goodness teaches us that patience leads to growth.
The Example of Goodness - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle The example of Matthew shows that goodness is not about religion but about love.
When Patience - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Like a river flowing to the sea, patience requires give to see {result}.
The Example of Kindness - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The example of Elizabeth shows that kindness is not about perfection but about love. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this pr...
A Story of Self-control - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Rebecca illustrates how self-control transforms lives through grace.
Lessons from Compassion - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept Just as a anchor holding steady, compassion teaches us that obedience leads to growth.
A Story of Faithfulness - Story
A story related to this content In moments of crisis, we see how faithfulness provides peace to those who act.
The Example of Mercy - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The story of Andrew illustrates how mercy transforms lives through hope. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this principle]"
The Example of Courage - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Just as a compass pointing north, courage teaches us that obedience leads to transformation. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports...
Lessons from Hope - Story
A story related to this content Just as a foundation supporting a building, hope teaches us that patience leads to blessing.
The Power of Justice - Story
A story related to this content In challenges of faith, we see how justice provides purpose to those who act.
The Example of Forgiveness - Story
A story related to this content In moments of crisis, we see how forgiveness provides transformation to those who act.