Compelled to Continue

The life and ministry of Jeremiah were interesting, to say the least. He is commonly known as the “Weeping Prophet,” and for good reason. His ministry spanned forty years in Judah, leading up to their captivity at the hands of the Babylonians. During his faithful ministry, Jeremiah was the lone voice of truth and righteousness among a people who had no desire for righteousness. While Jeremiah remained faithful to his calling, his efforts appeared to be of little value or benefit. After forty years of ministry, it seems he failed to secure one convert to truth and righteousness. If you have served the Lord for any time, you have likely been tempted to abandon the work, questioning if the effort was worth it.