Jeremiah 31:3

"The LORD says, “The people who survive the sword found favor in the wilderness; even Israel, when I went to cause him to rest.”"

Key Reflection

This passage speaks of God's grace and restoration. Despite facing trials and scattering, those who survived the calamities of war found favor in His presence, and Israel was granted rest as a result of God's intervention and mercy.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Of old -From afar (margin). SeeJeremiah 30:10. To the Jew God was enthroned in Zion, and thus when His mercy was shown unto the exiles in Assyria it came from a distant region2Ch 6:20,2 Chronicles 6:38. With lovingkindness ... -Rather, I have continued lovingkindness unto thee.

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