Jeremiah 17:17
"As for me, I have not hurried from being a shepherd after you. I haven’t desired the woeful day. You know. That which came out of my lips was before your face."
Key Reflection
In Jeremiah 17:17, these words express the prophet's unwavering commitment to his role as a shepherd and his sincere concern for the people’s well-being. He asserts that he has not sought out difficult times or tragedies but instead has consistently spoken truthfully with God watching over his every word.
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