Judgement (Jeremiah 50:1 - 51:64)

Judgment
Jeremiah 50:1 - 51:64; Hebrews 12:5-11

It is only through judgment that God can protect justice, bring salvation, and restore peace.

I. Judgment and God’s Enemies (50:1-16, 35-40)
A. Retributive (50:1-16)
B. Destructive (50:35-40)
C. Permanent (50:39; cf. Revelation 18)

II. Judgment and God’s Children (50:4, 17-34)
A. Corrective (50:4; Proverbs 13:24; 22:15; Hebrews 12:5-7)
B. Productive (50:17-34; Hebrews 12:9)
C. Temporary (50:33-34; Hebrews 12:10-11)

III. What Can Only be Accomplished through Judgment (50:4-5)
A. Vindicate Justice (Revelation 18)
B. Provide Salvation (Isaiah 53:5; Romans 3:26)
C. Bring Peace (50:4-5; Romans 11:1-32)
D. The Emblem of Hope

Discussion Starters
1. Monday—Is judgment a fun subject? Why do we tend to avoid subjects that make us uncomfortable? Why won’t God let us ignore them?
2. Tuesday—What’s the difference between punishment and discipline? When is each appropriate?
3. Wednesday—What are the goals of punishment? Why is punishment destructive and permanent?
4. Thursday—What are the goals of discipline? What does discipline produce?
5. Friday—What does the peace that God accomplishes through judgment look like? With whom does God give us peace? How should that shape the way you live?