Epiphany · Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany · Year C
Jeremiah 1:4-10
The Call of Jeremiah
January 30, 2028
Overview & Insights
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you." (Jeremiah 1:5)
The Lord calls Jeremiah, telling him he was known and set apart as a prophet before birth. When Jeremiah protests that he is only a youth, God touches his mouth and appoints him over nations to pluck up and to build.
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Commentary
Commentary on Jeremiah 1:4-10 Working Preacher
A Luther Seminary commentary on Jeremiah's call, paired with the Gospel's theme of a prophet's reception.
Jeremiah 1:4-10 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
A Reformed preaching commentary on the prophet's commissioning.
Jeremiah 1 Commentary: The Call of Jeremiah Enduring Word · David Guzik
A verse by verse evangelical commentary on God's formation and commissioning of Jeremiah.
Jeremiah Commentaries and Sermons Precept Austin
An inductive study gateway with word studies and cross references across Jeremiah.
Jeremiah 1 Verse-by-Verse Commentary StudyLight
Gill's Exposition read straight through the chapter for a further expositional voice.
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