From the People to the Pulpit - Jun. 22, 2025 - The Plans for You

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This cherished verse emerges from God's letter to Jewish exiles in Babylon, offering hope during one of Israel's darkest periods. Often quoted in isolation, the promise gains deeper meaning when understood within its historical context—God speaking to a displaced people facing 70 years of captivity before restoration. The declaration "I know the plans I have for you" emphasizes divine omniscience and intentionality, assuring the exiles that their suffering isn't random or purposeless but fits within God's sovereign design for their ultimate welfare.