1. For my own name's sake (1-11)

When the people of Israel fell into the idolatrous practices of the Canaanite culture around them, they became objects of God's wrath. But God withheld his hand of judgment so that they might repent. They were stubborn--with necks of iron that would not bend, and heads made of bronze. He did not destroy them, but he disciplined them. They were his own people who bore his name. He would not yield his glory to an idol. He sent them into Babylonian captivity for seventy years.

2. God's way is best (12-22)

God redeemed his people from exile in Babylon using the hand of another nation. The Lord our Redeemer teaches us what is best for us. When we pay attention to his commands and obey him, peace like a river floods our souls. There is, however, no peace for the wicked (22).

Application: Lord, help me to accept your discipline as your love, and repent. Help me to listen to your word and be taught by you so that your peace may fill my heart.
One Word: Peace like a river