Jeremiah 2

“What wrong did your fathers find in me that they went far from me, and went after worthlessness, and became worthless?” (v5). Through Jeremiah, the Lord accused the Israelites of chasing “worthlessness,” - empty idols, and the protection of Egypt and Assyria (v18). God had led them through very difficult times, the “drought and deep darkness” of the wilderness (v6), yet when they reached a land of prosperity, they rejected Him. The priests, prophets, and other leaders failed to lead the people back to God (v8).

The Lord saves us so that we can enjoy “good things” – the peace and real security of walking in fellowship with Him (v7), rather than the dysfunction and pain of sin.