46:1
God now gives Jeremiah various words about the nations. There are at least two important points to note from this. The first is that the Lord is God over all creation, there were no limits to His dominion. This was in contrast to most of the gods who had a very limited dominion. They were particular to one nation or one aspect of creation. The second point is that this not just about Israel and Judah, but about the whole earth. Israel’s state ultimately affects the whole earth, and still does. Likewise, what happens to the church affects the whole earth. As the church the most important thing we can do in order to bless the earth is to be faithful to the Lord.
46:2-6
We then get a graphic and poetic description of the armies of Babylon terrifying the armies of Egypt. They are also reminded of a previous defeat. God is not just stating facts, but is letting Egypt “feel” the defeat that would come upon her. He communicates to every part of our being.
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