Word of Life Church Podcast Exiles In Babylon
Nov 16, 2025
Dive into the lessons from the Israelites' exile in Babylon and what they mean for today’s believers. Discover how Jesus’ prediction about the temple's destruction connects to the challenges of living in a secular world. Explore the contrasting messages of prophets during the Babylonian exile and learn from Jeremiah's call to build and pray for the city. Unpack the stories of Daniel and early Christians, emphasizing the balance between loyalty to God and society. Reflect on the significance of baptism and communal confession in navigating faith amid adversity.
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Purposeful Exile and Lasting Hope
- Jeremiah tells exiles to build lives in Babylon and seek its peace despite being displaced.
- God sent the exile with a purpose and promises a future and hope during the exile.
Live Fully Where You Are
- Do not put your life on pause; marry, have children, build homes, and plant gardens in exile.
- Seek the shalom and pray for the city where you live because its peace brings your peace.
Belong But Don't Become
- Exiles must belong to their place yet not become assimilated into its idolatry or values.
- The delicate dance is to assimilate enough to live while retaining distinct faith fidelity.
