JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2011 Question 25

Question 25

Punishment and Hope

According to Jeremiah, the anger of God towards Israel would only be reduced by

  1. A.His mercy
  2. B.the prophet's repentance
  3. C.the prophet's prayers
  4. D.His glory.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (His mercy)

Explanation

In Jeremiah God calls faithless Israel to return and says He will not keep His anger for ever “for I am merciful” (Jeremiah 3:12); His mercy is what holds back His anger.