Jeremiah 23:31-33

Easy-to-Read Version

³¹ Yes, the Lord says, “I am against the false prophets. They use their own words and pretend that it is a message from me. ³² I am against the false prophets who tell false dreams.” This message is from the Lord. “They mislead my people with their lies and false teachings. I did not send them to teach the people. I never commanded them to do anything for me. They cannot help the people of Judah at all.” This message is from the Lord.

The Sad Message From the Lord

³³ “The people of Judah, or a prophet, or a priest may ask you, ‘Jeremiah, what is the announcement of the Lord?’ You will answer them and say, ‘You are a heavy load^[a], and I will throw down this heavy load.’ This message is from the Lord.