Jeremiah 42: Warning Against Going to Egypt

The survivors ask Jeremiah to pray for guidance and vow to obey whatever the LORD says. Ten days later the LORD promises to protect and plant them if they stay in Judah but warns that war and famine will find them in Egypt, and Jeremiah tells them they have fooled themselves.

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What did Jeremiah say the people had done when they sent him to pray and promised to obey (Jeremiah 42:19-21)?

They had sinned by asking a prophet instead of a priestThey had deceived themselves, since they would not obeyThey had tested the LORD by demanding a sign from heavenThey had acted wisely and would be blessed for seeking God