Jeremiah 14: Drought and False Prophets of Peace

A severe drought strikes Judah, and a prayer confesses the nation’s sins and pleads with God for help. The LORD refuses, tells Jeremiah not to intercede, condemns prophets who promise peace, and a second prayer appeals to Him as the only giver of rain.

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In the prayer of 14:7-9, the speakers admit that their sins testify against them. On what basis do they still ask the LORD to help?

Because the nations around them were even more wickedBecause the people had kept the covenant faithfullyBecause acting would uphold the honor of the LORD’s nameBecause the people had offered many costly sacrifices