Jeremiah 1 - 2

Jeremiah is commissioned to take a message of judgment to God's people.  He records for us that he served the Lord during the time leading up to the captivity of Jerusalem by Babylon.  God's commission of Jeremiah reminds me that God has a purpose for each person - a design for life that extends far beyond the borders of one's existence.  Jeremiah is sent ot a peoplet hat have turned their backs on God and His ways.  He is to call them back in repentance so that they will avoid the punishment that must surely follow disobedience.  Israel is unconvinced of her sin, all the while continuing to engage in it.  She has been blinded by her actions and will be held accountable.