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In a triumphant declaration of hope in Genesis 31:1, the LORD proclaims through Jeremiah, "At that time," declares the LORD, "I will be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be My people" (v. 1). Here, Jeremiah, a prophet active from around 626 BC to shortly after 586 BC, brings God’s promise directly to the descendants of Jacob, reaffirming that they belong to Him. The families of Israel encompass both the northern and southern tribes-scattered after various invasions and conquests-and God pledges to remain faithful to them despite their previous disloyalties. Israel, once divided and threatened by surrounding empires such as Assyria and Babylon, remains under the LORD’s watchful eye in this verse, as He states His unwavering commitment to their restoration.
The phrase, "I will be the God of all the families of Israel" (v. 1) underscores God’s unifying purpose in drawing His people back to a collective identity. In ancient times, Israel occupied land bridging continents-Asia and Africa-to the south and east, and Europe to the north, making it a crossroads of cultures and influences. While the kingdom was eventually split into two realms (the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah), God’s declaration transcends all divisions. It echoes the theme throughout Scripture that God’s covenant involves not only physical ancestry but also a deeper, spiritual belonging-seen ultimately in Jesus, who draws all people to Himself (John 12:32).
By stating they shall be My people (v. 1), the LORD claims His rightful place in their hearts, reminding them of the promise He made through their forefathers. Despite their history of exile and hardship, God’s words through Jeremiah speak of restoration, grace, and a new beginning.
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