Jeremiah 8:20
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Jeremiah Weeps for His People
19Listen to the cry of the daughter of my people from a land far away: “Is the LORD no longer in Zion? Is her King no longer there?” “Why have they provoked Me to anger with their carved images, with their worthless foreign idols?” 20“The harvest has passed, the summer has ended, but we have not been saved.”
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Proverbial. Meaning: One season of hope after another has passed, but the looked-for deliverance never came, and now all hope is gone.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt,.... These are the words, not of God, as Jerom; nor of Jerusalem, as the Targum; but of the prophet, as Kimchi observes, expressing his sympathy with the people in their affliction: and they may be rendered, "for the breach of the daughter of my people" (o), which was made when the city was broken up and destroyed, Jer 52:7. I am broken; in heart and spirit: I am black; with grief and sorrow. The Targum is, "my face is covered with blackness, black as a pot.'' Astonishment hath taken hold on me; at the miseries that were come upon his people; and there was no remedy for them, which occasion the following words. (o) "super contritione", V. L. Pagninus, Montanus; "super confractione", Schmidt; "ob fractionem", Cocceius.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:20 Instead of confessing their sin, the people surrendered to despair. The harvest time of their salvation was gone and they were not saved.
Jeremiah 8:20
Jeremiah Weeps for His People
19Listen to the cry of the daughter of my people from a land far away: “Is the LORD no longer in Zion? Is her King no longer there?” “Why have they provoked Me to anger with their carved images, with their worthless foreign idols?” 20“The harvest has passed, the summer has ended, but we have not been saved.”
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Jeremiah
By Leonard Ravenhill8.9K1:22:47JeremiahDEU 34:5PSA 119:136JER 8:20JER 9:1MAT 16:13MAT 26:41LUK 22:61In this sermon, the preacher discusses the prophecy of a nation being put into bondage for seventy years and then returning. He emphasizes that despite the despairing pictures, the coming of Jesus Christ is mentioned, bringing hope and eternal reign. The preacher also raises the issue of unborn babies being aborted and highlights the contrast between God's knowledge of every unborn child and the disregard for life shown by those who perform abortions. He warns against making vows in the heat of emotion and urges deliberate and intelligent commitment to God. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the sorrow and weeping of Jesus over the sinful state of humanity and a call for confrontation and repentance.
Outspoken!
By Andrew Strom3.6K1:02:56ControversialJER 8:20MAT 5:3MAT 6:33MAT 9:37MAT 25:31LUK 12:15ACT 2:17In this sermon, the speaker addresses the lack of revival in the Western world, particularly in America, despite being perceived as leaders with abundant resources. They highlight the contrast between the rich countries, where revival is lacking, and the poor countries, where revival is flourishing. The speaker suggests that the Western world has become complacent and spiritually lazy, lacking the fervor and radical devotion seen in other nations experiencing revival. They emphasize the need for a spiritual awakening and question what it will take for revival to occur in America and other wealthy nations.
The Sin That Has No Forgiveness
By William P. Nicholson3.5K00:00PRO 29:1JER 8:20MAT 7:21LUK 13:24ROM 10:9In this sermon, the preacher expresses his frustration and desperation in trying to bring people to Christ. He emphasizes that he has done everything he can to warn and save souls, without seeking personal gain or favor. The preacher warns the audience about the consequences of rejecting God's offer of mercy and resisting the Holy Spirit. He shares a story from the Civil War to illustrate the urgency of accepting salvation before it is too late. The sermon also addresses the seriousness of taking part in religious rituals without true faith and warns against the dangers of forgetting God and harboring hatred in one's heart.
Breakthrough (P1)
By K.P. Yohannan2.2K26:42BreakthroughJER 8:20MAT 6:33MAT 13:44LUK 15:4JHN 1:1ACT 17:6In this sermon, Brother K.P.U. Hannan emphasizes the importance of Christians becoming more like Jesus and seeing people the way He does. He references Romans 29, which states that the goal of being born again is to become like Jesus. Hannan highlights the significance of having a purpose as Christians and not just focusing on daily tasks and responsibilities. He then delves into the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well, explaining how Jesus saw beyond the physical needs and recognized the woman's spiritual condition. Hannan challenges listeners to have the same perspective and to share the good news of Jesus with others.
The Soul of a Man
By Manley Beasley2.1K34:03SoulJER 8:20MAT 7:21LUK 12:19LUK 18:22ACT 20:21ROM 14:11REV 20:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. He warns that those who do not believe in Jesus will face judgment at the great white throne. The preacher describes the anguish and regret of those who realize too late that they should have believed in Jesus. He also references the story of the rich young man in Luke, highlighting the missed opportunity for salvation. The sermon ultimately emphasizes the need for redemption and the eternal consequences of rejecting Jesus.
The Man God Tore Apart - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill2.0K1:10:28WarningEXO 15:11JER 8:20JER 9:1JER 20:9LAM 2:11JOL 2:17REV 11:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing both the goodness and severity of God. He warns that America is experiencing an abundance of material blessings but neglecting the spiritual nourishment of the word of God. The preacher expresses deep sorrow and weeps for the sins committed by the people and the impending wrath of God. He also highlights the need for repentance and revival, stating that the road to revival is paved with tears. The sermon references biblical passages, such as Jeremiah 9:1 and Joel 2, to support the preacher's message.
Road to Reality - Breakthrough - Part 1
By K.P. Yohannan1.7K26:42BreakthroughJER 8:20JHN 4:31ACT 17:6In this sermon, KP O'Hanlon emphasizes the importance of looking beyond our own lives and seeing the world as Jesus sees it. He uses the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well to illustrate this point. O'Hanlon highlights how Jesus saw beyond the physical need for food and drink and recognized the woman's spiritual lostness. He emphasizes the value of one soul and how each person represents countless others who are in need of God's love. O'Hanlon encourages listeners to strive to become more like Jesus and see people the way He does.
The Well of Sychar
By Norman Meeten1.7K1:02:27Well Of SycharJER 8:20JHN 4:1JHN 4:7JHN 4:16JHN 4:29In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of doing the will of God and finishing His work. He references John chapter 4, where Jesus tells his disciples that his meat is to do the will of the one who sent him. The preacher encourages the audience to lift up their eyes and see the fields that are ready for harvest, reminding them that there is work to be done in spreading the word of God. He addresses the tendency for people to feel discouraged or inadequate in comparison to others who may be doing missionary work in different parts of the world, but emphasizes that the call to do God's work begins where they are.
Shake the Dust From Your Feet - Part 1
By Derek Melton1.0K43:05Mission FieldJER 8:20MAT 6:33MAT 10:5MAT 10:8MAT 10:14In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of spreading the gospel to the nations. He criticizes the comfort and self-centeredness of American Christians, who are oblivious to the cries of the nations in their sins. The preacher challenges Christian parents to teach their children to live for the glory of God instead of being influenced by American pop culture. He highlights the fact that billions of people have never heard the name of Jesus Christ and calls for a radical commitment to fulfill the Great Commission.
Come Up Higher, Part 1
By K.P. Yohannan89424:56WaitingJER 8:20MAT 6:33In this sermon, KP Johannon emphasizes the importance of stepping away from the chaos of the world and spending time with God. He expresses deep concern for the state of the nation and urges listeners to recognize their individual accountability before God. Johannon draws parallels to the people of Israel in the book of Jeremiah, highlighting the urgency of aligning with God's agenda. He emphasizes the need for fasting and prayer as a missing aspect in the church today. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God and seek His wisdom in these critical times.
An Immediate Call to Repent
By Dan Biser85052:562CH 7:14PSA 66:18ISA 59:2JER 8:20DAN 5:23ACT 3:19PHP 4:13REV 2:4REV 2:16This sermon emphasizes the urgent need for repentance in the face of societal and church challenges, highlighting the prevalence of sin, evil, and the lack of urgency and true repentance in the church. It calls for a return to the first love, the first works, and the truth of God's Word, warning of the consequences of disobedience and false teachings.
Encouragement to Have a Heart for the Lost
By K.P. Yohannan77115:17JER 8:20This sermon emphasizes the urgent need for individuals to stand in the gap on behalf of the land, as seen in Ezekiel 22:30, where God laments the lack of intercessors. It also highlights the sorrowful reality depicted in Jeremiah 8:20, where the opportunity for salvation has passed. The speaker challenges the audience to consider the vast number of people who have not heard the name of Jesus and the critical importance of participating in God's heart for the lost. The message underscores the necessity of spending time with God, aligning our hearts with His, and being willing to be transformed to share in His compassion for a world in need of salvation.
On Eagles' Wings Pt 480
By Don Courville30029:13Radio ShowJER 8:20JHN 4:34In this sermon on the harvest from John chapter 4, the speaker emphasizes the importance of doing the will of God and finishing His work. Jesus states that His nourishment comes from fulfilling the Father's will and completing His mission. The speaker also highlights the need for believers to lift up their eyes and see the ripe fields ready for harvest. They emphasize that sometimes the most unlikely people are ready to receive Christ, and it is important to be patient and watchful in sharing the gospel. The sermon concludes with a reminder to stay on course and be faithful in service to God.
The Saviour's Tears Over the Lost
By Robert Murray M'Cheyne0Compassion Of ChristUrgency of SalvationISA 57:21JER 8:20JER 9:1EZK 22:14MAT 11:12JHN 6:37JHN 7:37ROM 10:13HEB 13:82PE 3:9Robert Murray M'Cheyne emphasizes the deep compassion of Christ, who weeps over the lost, just as He did for Jerusalem. He highlights that the gospel is essential for peace, offering solace to the troubled and a remedy for sin. M'Cheyne warns of the fleeting nature of grace, urging listeners to seize the opportunity for salvation while it is available. He reassures that Christ is willing to save even the hardest of sinners, expressing His love through tears and a heartfelt desire for their repentance. The preacher calls for urgency in accepting the gospel, as the day of grace may soon pass.
Memoirs: 2. His Labors in the Vineyard Before Ordination 35
By Robert Murray M'Cheyne0Devotion to GodMinistryPSA 126:6JER 8:20EZK 34:4HOS 14:1ROM 1:16JUD 1:20Robert Murray M'Cheyne reflects on his early ministry before ordination, emphasizing the weighty responsibility of preaching and the necessity of personal devotion and prayer. He recounts his experiences in various parishes, the challenges of ministering to indifferent souls, and the deep yearning for the salvation of his congregation. M'Cheyne's commitment to spiritual growth and reliance on God is evident as he navigates the trials of ministry, including illness and the burden of souls. His heartfelt desire to serve and the lessons learned during this formative period laid the groundwork for his impactful future ministry.
After Winter the Eternal Tomorrow
By A.W. Tozer0Assurance of SalvationEternal LifePSA 23:4JER 8:20JHN 11:25ROM 8:381TH 4:16A.W. Tozer reflects on the contrasting perspectives of the seasons, particularly autumn, for those in and out of Christ. For the unsaved, autumn symbolizes impending doom and the end of life, while for Christians, it represents a time of preparation and peace, knowing they are secure in Christ. The sermon emphasizes the joy and assurance of salvation, as believers look forward to the resurrection and eternal life, free from the fears that accompany the changing seasons. Tozer encourages Christians to find comfort in their faith amidst life's uncertainties, trusting in the promise of eternal tomorrow.
Your Day in Court
By Leonard Ravenhill0JudgmentAccountabilityGEN 18:25JER 8:20MRK 9:48LUK 16:19JHN 5:28JHN 11:25ROM 14:10REV 1:3Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the inevitability of standing before the Judgment Seat of Christ, urging listeners to grasp the reality of eternal accountability. He draws parallels between the powerful preaching of Jonathan Edwards and the urgency of recognizing judgment, highlighting that every individual, regardless of status, will face divine scrutiny. Ravenhill warns of the finality of judgment, where mercy will no longer be available, and stresses the importance of repentance while there is still time. He paints a vivid picture of the majesty of Christ as the ultimate judge, contrasting the fate of the redeemed with that of the unholy dead. The sermon serves as a call to awaken to the seriousness of one's spiritual state before the coming judgment.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Proverbial. Meaning: One season of hope after another has passed, but the looked-for deliverance never came, and now all hope is gone.
John Gill Bible Commentary
For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt,.... These are the words, not of God, as Jerom; nor of Jerusalem, as the Targum; but of the prophet, as Kimchi observes, expressing his sympathy with the people in their affliction: and they may be rendered, "for the breach of the daughter of my people" (o), which was made when the city was broken up and destroyed, Jer 52:7. I am broken; in heart and spirit: I am black; with grief and sorrow. The Targum is, "my face is covered with blackness, black as a pot.'' Astonishment hath taken hold on me; at the miseries that were come upon his people; and there was no remedy for them, which occasion the following words. (o) "super contritione", V. L. Pagninus, Montanus; "super confractione", Schmidt; "ob fractionem", Cocceius.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
8:20 Instead of confessing their sin, the people surrendered to despair. The harvest time of their salvation was gone and they were not saved.