Jeremiah 13:25
This is thy lot, the portion of thy measures from me, saith the LORD; because thou hast forgotten me, and trusted in falsehood.
Jeremiah 13:25
This verse speaks of the lot or portion God assigns to His people as a consequence of their spiritual forgetfulness and false reliance. The people have forgotten the Lord and trusted in falsehood—idols, worldly security, or hollow assurances. The language suggests a divinely sanctioned consequence: when people persist in unfaithfulness, their experiences and expectations become what they actually receive—disappointing, empty, and misleading. In the broader context, Jeremiah indicts Judah for treating God’s warnings and promises as if they were negotiable, turning to deceitful sources of security. The “portion” here contrasts with a faithful inheritance that comes from obedience. The rhetorical question implied is: What is left when God is displaced from the center of life?
Thematically, this verse anchors the prophetic invitation to repent and realign. It highlights the seriousness of idolatry and misdirected trust, showing that God’s people cannot claim blessing while relying on things that cannot save. It also reflects God’s justice and mercy: He permits consequences to expose the futility of false securities, while keeping a path open for repentance and return. The verse reinforces core biblical motifs—covenant fidelity, the danger of false security, and the reality that trust must be rightly placed in the Lord, not in created things.
Consider where you place your ultimate trust: finances, status, relationships, or media narratives. This verse invites you to examine what you lean on when life gets hard. If you discover that you’ve been counting on “falsehoods” (empty promises of success, superficial security, or political ideologies), invite God’s corrective grace to realign your reliance. Practical steps include reviewing daily practices (news intake, finances, career goals) to ensure they serve God’s purposes rather than dominate them. Cultivate a habit of confession and repentance when you detect misplaced trust. Replace false assurances with faithful reminders of who God is—His character, promises, and faithfulness across generations. The goal is to live with a robust, hopeful trust in God that endures even when worldly assurances fail.
Cross-References: Psalm 146:3-5; Isaiah 31:1; Hosea 4:6; Jeremiah 2:5; Luke 12:16-21