Lectionary Preaching Workbook
BRIEF COMMENTARY ON THE LESSONS
Lesson 1: Jeremiah 26:1--6
Jeremiah is commanded by God to stand in the court of the temple and warn the nation to repent of their sins or be destroyed. This is at the onset of the reign of King Johoiakim, placed in power by the Egyptians. It is possible that the prophet chose this time because of the crowds flooding into Jerusalem for the coronation ceremonies. A fuller rendition of Jeremiah's temple sermon is found in Jeremiah 7:1--7.
Lesson 2: 1 Thessalonians 3:7--13