Jeremiah 3:17
At that time Jerusalem will be called The Throne of the LORD, and all the nations will be gathered in Jerusalem to honor the name of the LORD. They will no longer follow the stubbornness of their evil hearts.
At that time
This phrase indicates a specific future period, often associated with eschatological events in biblical prophecy. In the context of Jeremiah, it points to a time of restoration and divine intervention. The Hebrew word for "time" (עֵת, 'et) can denote a season or appointed time, suggesting God's sovereign control over history and His plans for redemption.

Jerusalem will be called
Jerusalem, the city of David, holds a central place in biblical history and prophecy. The phrase "will be called" implies a transformation or fulfillment of its divine purpose. Historically, Jerusalem was the political and spiritual center of Israel, and prophetically, it is seen as the focal point of God's kingdom on earth.

The Throne of the LORD
This title signifies God's sovereign rule and presence. In Hebrew, "throne" (כִּסֵּא, kise) symbolizes authority and kingship. The imagery of Jerusalem as God's throne underscores its future role as the center of divine governance and worship, reflecting the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises to His people.

all the nations will be gathered
This phrase highlights the universal scope of God's redemptive plan. The gathering of nations signifies a reversal of the division seen at Babel (Genesis 11) and points to a future unity under God's reign. It reflects the prophetic vision of a time when all peoples will acknowledge the sovereignty of the LORD.

in Jerusalem
The city is not only a historical and religious center but also a prophetic symbol of God's eternal kingdom. Its mention here emphasizes its significance in God's plan for humanity, serving as the meeting place for divine-human interaction and the fulfillment of God's covenant promises.

to honor the name of the LORD
The act of honoring God's name involves recognition of His holiness, authority, and character. In Hebrew culture, a name represents one's essence and reputation. Thus, honoring God's name implies worship, obedience, and reverence, acknowledging His rightful place as Creator and King.

They will no longer follow
This phrase indicates a change in behavior and allegiance. The Hebrew verb for "follow" (הָלַךְ, halak) often denotes a way of life or conduct. The transformation described here is a turning away from previous disobedience and rebellion towards a life aligned with God's will.

the stubbornness of their evil hearts
The "stubbornness" (שְׁרִירוּת, sherirut) of the heart is a recurring theme in Scripture, depicting human resistance to God's commands. The "evil hearts" (לֵב רַע, lev ra) reflect the sinful nature that leads to rebellion against God. This phrase underscores the need for divine intervention to bring about true repentance and renewal.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jerusalem
The city is central to this prophecy, symbolizing the spiritual and political center where God's presence will be established.

2. The Throne of the LORD
This represents God's sovereign rule and divine authority being recognized universally.

3. All the Nations
This indicates a future time when people from every nation will come to Jerusalem, signifying a global acknowledgment of God's sovereignty.

4. The Name of the LORD
This phrase emphasizes the reverence and honor due to God, highlighting His holiness and authority.

5. The Stubbornness of Their Evil Hearts
This refers to the sinful nature of humanity, which will be transformed in this future time of restoration.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty and Authority
Recognize that God's ultimate plan involves His sovereign rule being acknowledged by all nations. This should inspire us to submit to His authority in our daily lives.

The Centrality of Worship
The prophecy highlights the importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth. We should prioritize worship in our personal and communal lives.

Transformation of the Heart
The promise of no longer following the stubbornness of evil hearts points to the transformative power of God's grace. We should seek continual heart transformation through the Holy Spirit.

Hope for the Future
This vision of a future gathering of nations offers hope and assurance of God's redemptive plan. We can live with confidence in God's promises.

Unity Among Believers
The gathering of all nations suggests a future unity among God's people. We should strive for unity and reconciliation within the body of Christ today.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the vision of Jerusalem as the Throne of the LORD challenge our current understanding of God's kingdom?

2. In what ways can we honor the name of the LORD in our daily lives, reflecting the future gathering of nations?

3. What steps can we take to ensure our hearts are not following the stubbornness of evil, but are open to God's transformation?

4. How do the prophecies in Jeremiah 3:17 and Isaiah 2:2-4 complement each other in their vision of the future?

5. How can the hope of a future global acknowledgment of God's sovereignty impact our approach to evangelism and mission work today?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Isaiah 2:2-4
This passage also speaks of a time when nations will come to Jerusalem to learn God's ways, emphasizing peace and divine instruction.

Zechariah 8:22
This verse echoes the gathering of nations in Jerusalem to seek the LORD, reinforcing the theme of global worship.

Revelation 21:2-3
The New Jerusalem is described as the dwelling place of God with humanity, connecting to the idea of God's throne being established among His people.
The Church Christ's ThroneR. Gordon, D. D.Jeremiah 3:17
The Gathering of the Nations to Jehovah's ThroneD. Young Jeremiah 3:17
Confession of Sin the Indispensable Prerequisite for its PardonS. Conway Jeremiah 3:12-19
People
Jeremiah, Josiah
Places
Assyria, Jerusalem, Zion
Topics
Anymore, Cry, Evil, Follow, Gather, Gathered, Guided, Heart, Hearts, Honor, Imagination, Jerusalem, Kingdom, Longer, Lord's, Named, Nations, O, Presence, Purposes, Seat, Steps, Stubbornly, Stubbornness, Throne, Walk
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Jeremiah 3:17

     2376   kingdom of God, coming
     5017   heart, renewal
     5581   throne
     5878   honour
     6178   hardness of heart
     6185   imagination, desires
     6245   stubbornness
     7241   Jerusalem, significance
     7942   ministry
     8444   honouring God

Jeremiah 3:1-25

     8705   apostasy, in OT

Jeremiah 3:13-22

     5881   immaturity

Jeremiah 3:16-17

     8470   respect, for God

Jeremiah 3:17-18

     9145   Messianic age

Library
Gregory the Patriarch and the Society at Kunwald, 1457-1473.
A brilliant idea is an excellent thing. A man to work it out is still better. At the very time when Peter's followers were marshalling their forces, John Rockycana,5 Archbishop-elect of Prague (since 1448), was making a mighty stir in that drunken city. What Peter had done with his pen, Rockycana was doing with his tongue. He preached Peter's doctrines in the great Thein Church; he corresponded with him on the burning topics of the day; he went to see him at his estate; he recommended his works
J. E. Hutton—History of the Moravian Church

Stanzas by the Warden
The following stanzas, written by the Warden on the occasion of the baptism, will be read with pleasure, especially by those who are aware how faithfully the amiable writer of them fulfilled his part in preparing Kallihirua, not only for the right performance of such duties as seemed to await him in life, but (what was far more important) for an early death. THE BAPTISM OF KALLIHIRUA "I WILL TAKE YOU ONE OF A CITY, AND TWO OF A FAMILY, AND I WILL BRING YOU TO ZION."--Jer. iii. 14. Far through the
Thomas Boyles Murray—Kalli, the Esquimaux Christian,

Concerning the Ministry.
Concerning the Ministry. As by the light or gift of God all true knowledge in things spiritual is received and revealed, so by the same, as it is manifested and received in the heart, by the strength and power thereof, every true minister of the gospel is ordained, prepared, and supplied in the work of the ministry; and by the leading, moving, and drawing hereof ought every evangelist and Christian pastor to be led and ordered in his labour and work of the gospel, both as to the place where, as to
Robert Barclay—Theses Theologicae and An Apology for the True Christian Divinity

"The Heritage of the Heathen"
AND the Master said further, "We read in the lesson to-day a verse which tells us that the Lord has a pleasant land to give us, a goodly heritage of the hosts of the heathen' (Jer. iii. 19). And He has also said that He hath shewed His people the power of His works, that He may give them the heritage of the heathen.' "What, dear children, is this pleasant land? and what is the heritage of the heathen the Lord has promised you? The pleasant land is none other than the heritage of our Lord Jesus Christ,
Frances Bevan—Three Friends of God

How the Impudent and Bashful are to be Admonished.
(Admonition 8). Differently to be admonished are the impudent and the bashful. For those nothing but hard rebuke restrains from the vice of impudence; while these for the most part a modest exhortation disposes to amendment. Those do not know that they are in fault, unless they be rebuked even by many; to these it usually suffices for their conversion that the teacher at least gently reminds them of their evil deeds. For those one best corrects who reprehends them by direct invective; but to
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great

How those are to be Admonished who have had Experience of the Sins of the Flesh, and those who have Not.
(Admonition 29.) Differently to be admonished are those who are conscious of sins of the flesh, and those who know them not. For those who have had experience of the sins of the flesh are to be admonished that, at any rate after shipwreck, they should fear the sea, and feel horror at their risk of perdition at least when it has become known to them; lest, having been mercifully preserved after evil deeds committed, by wickedly repeating the same they die. Whence to the soul that sins and never
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great

Conversion of all that Come.
"Turn Thou me and I shall be turned." --Jer. xxxi. 18. The elect, born again and effectually called, converts himself. To remain unconverted is impossible; but he inclines his ear, he turns his face to the blessed God, he is converted in the fullest sense of the word. In conversion the fact of cooperation on the part of the saved sinner assumes a clearly defined and perceptible character. In regeneration there was none; in the calling there was a beginning of it; in conversion proper it became a
Abraham Kuyper—The Work of the Holy Spirit

The Saints' Privilege and Profit;
OR, THE THRONE OF GRACE ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. The churches of Christ are very much indebted to the Rev. Charles Doe, for the preservation and publishing of this treatise. It formed one of the ten excellent manuscripts left by Bunyan at his decease, prepared for the press. Having treated on the nature of prayer in his searching work on 'praying with the spirit and with the understanding also,' in which he proves from the sacred scriptures that prayer cannot be merely read or said, but must
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Assurance
Q-xxxvi: WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS WHICH FLOW FROM SANCTIFICATION? A: Assurance of God's love, peace of conscience, joy in the Holy Ghost, increase of grace, and perseverance therein to the end. The first benefit flowing from sanctification is assurance of God's love. 'Give diligence to make your calling and election sure.' 2 Pet 1:10. Sanctification is the seed, assurance is the flower which grows out of it: assurance is a consequent of sanctification. The saints of old had it. We know that we know
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

Sign Seekers, and the Enthusiast Reproved.
(Galilee on the Same Day as the Last Section.) ^A Matt. XII. 38-45; ^C Luke XI. 24-36. ^c 29 And when the multitudes were gathering together unto him, ^a 38 Then certain of the scribes and Pharisees answered him, saying, Teacher, we would see a sign from thee. [Having been severely rebuked by Jesus, it is likely that the scribes and Pharisees asked for a sign that they might appear to the multitude more fair-minded and open to conviction than Jesus had represented them to be. Jesus had just wrought
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

The Call of Matthew - the Saviour's Welcome to Sinners - Rabbinic Theology as Regards the Doctrine of Forgiveness in Contrast to the Gospel of Christ
In two things chiefly does the fundamental difference appear between Christianity and all other religious systems, notably Rabbinism. And in these two things, therefore, lies the main characteristic of Christ's work; or, taking a wider view, the fundamental idea of all religions. Subjectively, they concern sin and the sinner; or, to put it objectively, the forgiveness of sin and the welcome to the sinner. But Rabbinism, and every other system down to modern humanitarianism - if it rises so high in
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Backsliding.
"I will heal their backsliding; I will love them freely: for Mine anger is turned away."--Hosea xiv. 4. There are two kinds of backsliders. Some have never been converted: they have gone through the form of joining a Christian community and claim to be backsliders; but they never have, if I may use the expression, "slid forward." They may talk of backsliding; but they have never really been born again. They need to be treated differently from real back-sliders--those who have been born of the incorruptible
Dwight L. Moody—The Way to God and How to Find It

The Covenant of Grace
Q-20: DID GOD LEAVE ALL MANKIND TO PERISH 1N THE ESTATE OF SIN AND MISERY? A: No! He entered into a covenant of grace to deliver the elect out of that state, and to bring them into a state of grace by a Redeemer. 'I will make an everlasting covenant with you.' Isa 55:5. Man being by his fall plunged into a labyrinth of misery, and having no way left to recover himself, God was pleased to enter into a new covenant with him, and to restore him to life by a Redeemer. The great proposition I shall go
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

Bunyan's Last Sermon --Preached July 1688.
"Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God;" John i. 13. The words have a dependence on what goes before, and therefore I must direct you to them for the right understanding of it. You have it thus,--"He came to his own, but his own received him not; but as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them which believe on his name; which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, but of God." In
by John Bunyan—Miscellaneous Pieces

Mr. Bunyan's Last Sermon:
Preached August 19TH, 1688 [ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR] This sermon, although very short, is peculiarly interesting: how it was preserved we are not told; but it bears strong marks of having been published from notes taken by one of the hearers. There is no proof that any memorandum or notes of this sermon was found in the autograph of the preacher. In the list of Bunyan's works published by Chas. Doe, at the end of the 'Heavenly Footman,' March 1690, it stands No. 44. He professes to give the title-page,
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Concerning Justification.
Concerning Justification. As many as resist not this light, but receive the same, it becomes in them an holy, pure, and spiritual birth, bringing forth holiness, righteousness, purity, and all those other blessed fruits which are acceptable to God: by which holy birth, to wit, Jesus Christ formed within us, and working his works in us, as we are sanctified, so are we justified in the sight of God, according to the apostle's words; But ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in
Robert Barclay—Theses Theologicae and An Apology for the True Christian Divinity

Messiah's Easy Yoke
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. T hough the influence of education and example, may dispose us to acknowledge the Gospel to be a revelation from God; it can only be rightly understood, or duly prized, by those persons who feel themselves in the circumstances of distress, which it is designed to relieve. No Israelite would think of fleeing to a city of refuge (Joshua 20:2.
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 1

"They have Corrupted Themselves; their Spot is not the Spot of his Children; they are a Perverse and Crooked Generation. "
Deut. xxxii. 5.--"They have corrupted themselves; their spot is not the spot of his children; they are a perverse and crooked generation." We doubt this people would take well with such a description of themselves as Moses gives. It might seem strange to us, that God should have chosen such a people out of all the nations of the earth, and they to be so rebellious and perverse, if our own experience did not teach us how free his choice is, and how long-suffering he is, and constant in his choice.
Hugh Binning—The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning

The Divine Jesus.
Jehovah-Jesus: John 1:1-18. the intimacy of John, John 13:23. 19:26. 20:2. 21:7, 20. "with Jesus," John 18:15.--John writes of Jesus--- when he wrote--getting the range--his literary style--the beginning--the Word--this was Jesus--the tragic tone. God's Spokesman: the Creator was Jehovah--- Jehovah is Jesus--the Spokesman--Old Testament revelations, Adam, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, the elders of Israel, Isaiah, Ezekiel,--Whom these saw--various ways of speaking--John's Gospel
S. D. Gordon—Quiet Talks about Jesus

Jeremiah
The interest of the book of Jeremiah is unique. On the one hand, it is our most reliable and elaborate source for the long period of history which it covers; on the other, it presents us with prophecy in its most intensely human phase, manifesting itself through a strangely attractive personality that was subject to like doubts and passions with ourselves. At his call, in 626 B.C., he was young and inexperienced, i. 6, so that he cannot have been born earlier than 650. The political and religious
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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