1. O Lord, do something! (1-16)

A terrible drought devastated the land, just as Jeremiah had prophesied. God himself is the Hope and Savior of his people (8), but the people had turned from God to worship idols. God's hand of judgment had struck, and even the prayers of God's servant would be of no avail. Famine would follow drought, and then the sword of Babylon would lay waste to Jerusalem. False prophets had spoken lies, promising peace and relief. But they would be first to perish. God was calling his people to repent.

2. Let my eyes overflow with tears (17-22)

Jeremiah pleads for his people with a repentant heart, for only God is their hope. He alone can save them from the drought, the famine and the sword. Worthless idols cannot send rain; God alone can do this. Our hope is in him. He is ready to forgive those who come to him in repentance.

Application: Lord, forgive my sins and cleanse me from unrighteousness. Turn the hearts of our people to you and heal our land.
One Word: Our hope is in God alone