1. We do not drink wine (1-11)

The Recabites were the descendants of Jethro, Moses' father-in-law. We know little about them. The Lord sent Jeremiah to test them by tempting them to drink wine. Because their forefather Jonadab son of Recab had commanded them not to drink, they refused. They had tried to follow the lifestyle commanded by their forefather rather than following their own desires or the customs of the people around them.

2. Learn a lesson and obey my words (12-19)

The Lord wanted his people to learn a lesson in obedience and faithfulness from the Recabites. God's people should obey God's word. God had spoken to his people through the prophets, commanding them not to follow other gods. But the people did not obey. God is faithful. The Recabites would be blessed for their faithfulness. But God would punish Israel severely.

Application: Lord, help me to obey your word simply and follow the lifestyle which you teach.
One Word: Obey God's word