What is the key to understanding the prophecies of Jeremiah? In this episode, Steve Wood explores the biblical meaning of Shema—to hear, listen, and obey—and shows how this theme provides an essential framework for understanding Jeremiah’s prophecies.
Beginning with the Shema Yisrael in Deuteronomy 6, Steve examines how God’s command to listen and obey connects directly to the blessings and curses described in Deuteronomy 28. This helps explain how Jeremiah could speak with such certainty about the coming invasion, destruction, and exile of Judah.
The Hebrew verb shema appears throughout Jeremiah, emphasizing a repeated message: God’s people were called not merely to hear His word, but to listen and obey. Steve also explores the connection between obedience, national prosperity, economic decline, and the consequences described in Scripture.
The episode concludes by looking at the practical implications of Deuteronomy 6:5–7, particularly the responsibility of parents to teach God’s Word diligently to their children.
Listen now to discover the biblical key that unlocks the message of Jeremiah and provides a deeper understanding of biblical prophecy, obedience, and spiritual formation.