Jeremiah 18 - 19

Jeremiah is given the assignment to go to the potter's house and observe the actions of the potter.  God uses this as an illustration of what He will do to the nation.  He will do as He plans, and nothing will stand in His way.  After Jeremiah gives the message, the people revolt and try to imprison the prophet.  He gives them another illustration, breaking a dish before them symbolizing the way that their destruction will come and the total calamity that will result.