Bible verses for children
Hope during a long wait.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,” says Yahweh, “thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
God promises the exiled community a future beyond its present loss. The hope is not immediate comfort or guaranteed personal success. Their waiting will include building lives and caring for neighbours.
When a change takes longer than hoped, find one meaningful thing you can do today.
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What helps you live well during a long wait?
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Bible context & readings +
Jeremiah 29:4–14 addresses exiles in Babylon and names a long period before return. Verse 11 belongs to that collective promise, not a guarantee of wealth, an easy life or a preferred outcome.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, give us hope and patience during long seasons. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.