1. God's judgment on Jerusalem (1-9)

God gave Jeremiah a hard message to proclaim. God's decision to punish Jerusalem for her sins was irrevocable. Even Moses could not change his mind. Manasseh had led Judah to follow the corrupt practices of the Canaanite religions--including human sacrifice and consultation with mediums and spiritists. God would visit unrepentant Jerusalem with terrible destruction--famine, plague, the sword and captivity.

2. I will make you a bronze wall (10-21)

Jeremiah became very unpopular--one man against the whole nation. He was cursed by everyone. Why? It was because he spoke God's word without compromise. God's word had been his joy and his heart's delight. But when he spoke the truth, everyone hated him. He never joined the party-going pleasure-seekers; he sat alone, because God's hand was on him. When he questioned God's faithfulness, God challenged him to repent; then he could be useful, not worthless. He must not give in to the people--they must give in to him. God would rescue him.

Application: Lord, help me to stand firm on your word. Give me a repentant heart.
One Word: Stand like a bronze wall