🔑 Key Truths
God is the Planner → His plans are intentional, not random.
Prosper = Shalom → peace, wholeness, well-being (not just money).
Hope & Future → your story isn’t over, God’s writing the next chapter.
📌 Context
Israel was in Babylonian exile (not easy times).
False prophets promised quick deliverance.
God promised hope — but with patience (70 years!).
💡 Life Applications
God’s plans may look different than ours.
Waiting is part of His purpose.
His plan always leads to peace, not despair.
❓ Discussion Starters
When has God’s plan been better than your own?
How does knowing the context change how you see Jeremiah 29:11?
Where do you need to release control and trust God’s future for you?
🙌 Challenge
Pick one area of your life where you’ve been trying to control the outcome.
Pray Jeremiah 29:11 over it daily this week.
Expect God to show His faithfulness in His timing.
🔥 Bottom Line: God’s plan isn’t always fast, but it’s always good.
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