A Battle Axe
Jeremiah prophesied concerning Babylon and their ongoing siege and invasion of Israel. His reference in this chapter has been suggested, to refer to how God empowered Cyrus in later times to overthrow Babylon. Cyrus helped to restore the Jewish kingdom and provided resources to rebuild Jewish structures. Jeremiah seemed to prophesy about the future of Babylon. During the time of his prophecy, Babylon was a major dynasty that ruled over the Jews.
Although the Jews had disobeyed God and this led to their captivity and bondage, God would still execute vengeance. “The Lord has brought about our vindication; come, let us declare in Zion the work of the Lord our God” (Jeremiah 51:10). Babylon had also destroyed the Jewish temple and taken the gold and precious vessels which Solomon acquired.
Jeremiah’s comments in chapter 51, can also be used to reference the church which God has called to establish his kingdom. Paul reminded us in Hebrews 11, how our bible heroes through faith established the kingdom of God. Like Abraham whose faith was accounted for righteousness, they also left their examples of faith for us to follow. “who through faith conquered kingdoms, enforced justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions” (Hebrews 11:33).
We have a godly heritage and inheritance and we have been given the weapons to win every battle. The weapons will be formed but they will not prevail against us because the battle belongs to God. “Therefore thus says the Lord: “Behold, I will plead your cause and take vengeance for you. I will dry up her sea and make her fountain dry” (Jeremiah 51:36).
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Published by Anneta Pinto-Young
I am a trained Social Worker who currently provides professional leadership on a programme to support Social Work students and Newly Qualified Social Workers entering the Social Work Profession.
Born and raised in Jamaica in a Christian family where my father is an ordained Pastor and Deacon who has served for over 50 years in the ministry. My father is also a trained musician and our family can be described as a musical family. I grew up in a small farming community in St. Peter’s, St. Andrew and my parents also have a small farm.
I credit my gift of writing to my father who I watched and listened to over the years as he wrote sermons, poems and other recitals in his capacity in ministry. English has always been an easy subject for me and over the years I have developed an increased interest in writing.
I am a Trainer, I sing and have a passion for worship, the spoken word and the free flow of the prophetic anointing. I am married to my best friend Andrew Christopher Young who is an advanced Musician and whose music you can find on YouTube and Facebook. I am a trained Coach and Mentor and I love experimenting with food so I love cooking. I enjoy trying cultural dishes from across the world and I view food as an entry into cultures and languages.
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October 27, 2022October 27, 2022
