敬畏耶和華本是合宜(耶十) 中英bilingual

耶和華如此說：你們不要效法列國的行為，也不要為天象驚惶，因列國為此事驚惶。（耶 10：2） 

神在聖經中多次點出以色列家對偶像崇拜的錯誤觀念，也反應在現今世代重蹈覆轍的行為，人們對不可掌握的事情感到畏懼，所以想要尋找除了人以外的依靠，就自己製造出心中以為能夠保全自己的偶像，這樣的習慣不斷地存在，因為不順服獨一的真神，不認識唯一的救主，就是被陷在自己的迷惑和思想裡，除了以色列家以外的列國都為自己製造偶像，好來撫慰本國的民心，所以神提醒我們，不要隨從他們那無知的行為，要認識耶和華真神。 

它好像棕樹，是鏇成的， 不能說話，不能行走， 必須有人擡着。 你們不要怕它； 它不能降禍， 也無力降福。（耶 10：5） 

誰敢把這一切的虛假揭穿呢？我們不要害怕他們的聲張勢厲，要知道在他們身邊的假神沒有能力降禍，更不用去跟隨他們的腳步，因為在他們那裡也毫無福氣降臨，他們的偶像就如同在佇立在一處的標竿，需要人來裝飾它，還需要人來抬著走，在世界各地存在各種虛假的偶像，多數時間是被人置於寺廟或是宮殿裡，有的不曾外出過，有的外出也被限定在某些日子裡，再怎麼看來都是不自由的，更難以讓人確信他們是擁有能力的神明。 

萬國的王啊，誰不敬畏你？ 敬畏你本是合宜的； 因為在列國的智慧人中， 雖有政權的尊榮， 也不能比你。（耶 10：7 ）敬畏耶和華是智慧的開端； 認識至聖者便是聰明。（箴 9：10） 

在地上擁有再大權勢，也不比創造天地萬物的真神，誰能不敬畏祢呢？我們都是神所創造的，敬畏真神乃是對的，一切萬物都在神的掌權下，不是世上的有錢人靠自己餵飽肚腹而生存，不是世上的智慧人靠自己避免意外而存活，人們從生命的誕生來到世上生活，就都當要依靠擁有大能大力的真神才能保全生命，在認識真神的人心中當認明，生命、力量、智慧、平安皆從真神而來，就從內心發出自然敬畏真神的心。 

各人都成了畜類，毫無知識； 各銀匠都因他雕刻的偶像羞愧。 他所鑄的偶像本是虛假的， 其中並無氣息， 都是虛無的， 是迷惑人的工作； 到追討的時候必被除滅。（耶 10：14-15） 

這樣迷惑人的事從過去到未來都存在，如同聖經明明告訴我們，魔鬼遍地尋找可吞吃的，看似由人去迷惑人的行為，卻不知是魔鬼藉著人的外在去操控的作為，而人總是在看清一切事實的時候才感到懊悔和羞愧，就連那親手製作雕刻偶像的匠人也被迷惑了，看著製作的過程也應當清楚知道，這只是一塊木頭，怎會有生命氣息在這裡頭呢？不過是因為被魔鬼所勝，眼睛蒙蔽看不清了，我們信主認識真神的人當守住自己，也當救人脫離敬拜偶像的罪惡。 

因為牧人都成為畜類， 沒有求問耶和華， 所以不得順利； 他們的羊羣也都分散。（耶 10：21） 

當神的工人走偏，對教會的全群影響是很大的，沒有完全的依靠神，隨從外風異俗，是對神的不忠和悖逆，所以諸事不順，這是因神不喜悅，並有神的怒氣臨到，羊群受傷就各自分散，我們要謹慎腳步，在任何事上不要沾染風俗，不要隨從己意，當求問、親近神，不要讓自己成為無知的畜類，又使神的羊群受傷，要彼此勸戒互相代求。 

弟兄們，若有人偶然被過犯所勝，你們屬靈的人就當用溫柔的心把他挽回過來；又當自己小心，恐怕也被引誘。 你們各人的重擔要互相擔當，如此，就完全了基督的律法。（加 6：1-2）耶和華啊，我曉得人的道路不由自己， 行路的人也不能定自己的腳步。（耶 10：23） 

耶利米為百姓向神禱告，人很渺小，當時神的怒氣若是臨到他們，則將歸於無有，因為百姓的悖逆，回轉歸向神要先承認自己的過錯，而不是一昧的推卸責任，沒有看清自己，逞強固守自己的理念不放，這樣毫無意義，來到神前誠實面對自己的過犯，誠心尋求神憐憫與幫助，使我們脫離兇惡、逃避誘惑，這並不是靠自己的能力可勝過的，唯有依靠主的幫助，這也提醒我們，如果離開主的道路，我們就會被魔鬼所勝，被牽引誘惑入了罪惡，因為沒有人可以靠自己走在對的方向，理當專心跟從主、敬畏主，祂必親自指引、看顧保守我們的腳步。 

你要專心仰賴耶和華， 不可倚靠自己的聰明， 在你一切所行的事上都要認定他， 他必指引你的路。 不要自以為有智慧； 要敬畏耶和華，遠離惡事。（箴 3：5-7） 

BY陳詩婷

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It Is Fitting to Fear the LORD (Jeremiah 10)

July 07, 2026

This is what the LORD says: "Do not learn the ways of the nations or be terrified by signs in the heavens, though the nations are terrified by them." (Jeremiah 10:2)

Throughout the Bible, God repeatedly points out the error of the house of Israel in worshiping idols. The same problem can still be seen today. People are afraid of things they cannot control, so they look for something other than God to depend on. They create idols with their own hands, believing these idols can protect them. This pattern continues because people refuse to obey the one true God and do not know the only Savior. As a result, they become trapped in their own deception and human thinking. The nations, unlike God's people, made idols to comfort themselves and strengthen the confidence of their people. Therefore, God reminds us not to follow their ignorant ways, but to know the LORD, the  true God.

"Like a scarecrow in a cucumber field, their idols cannot speak; they must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not fear them; they can do no harm nor can they do any good." (Jeremiah 10:5)

Who dares to expose such falsehood? We should not be threatened by their loud claims or outward display. We must remember that their false gods have no power to bring disaster, nor do they have the power to give blessings. There is no reason to follow them. Their idols are like lifeless posts standing in one place. They need people to decorate them and carry them around. Around the world there are many kinds of false idols. Most remain in temples or shrines, and some are only taken out on special occasions. However we look at them, they are not free, and it is difficult to believe they possess any mighty power.

"Who should not fear you, King of the nations? This is your due. Among all the wise leaders of the nations and in all their kingdoms, there is no one like you." (Jeremiah 10:7)

"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." (Proverbs 9:10)

No matter how much authority a person may have on earth, no one can compare with the true God who created heaven and earth. Who should not fear Him? Since we are all created by God, it is only right to fear Him. Everything is under His rule. The rich do not survive by their own ability to provide for themselves, and wise people cannot preserve their lives by their own wisdom. From the moment we are born into this world, we depend on the almighty God for life itself. Those who know the true God should recognize that life, strength, wisdom, and peace all come from Him. Therefore, a heart that truly knows God will naturally fear Him.

"Everyone is senseless and without knowledge; every goldsmith is shamed by his idols. The images he makes are a fraud; they have no breath in them. They are worthless, the objects of mockery; when their judgment comes, they will perish." (Jeremiah 10:14–15)

This deception has existed throughout history and will continue until the end. The Bible clearly tells us that the devil hangs around looking for someone to devour. What appears to be people deceiving others is often the work of Satan through human instruments. Sadly, people usually feel regret and shame only after the truth is revealed. Even the craftsmen who carve idols are themselves deceived. As they make the idols, they should know they are only pieces of wood. How could they possibly contain the breath of life? Yet because Satan has overcome them, their eyes are blinded and they cannot see the truth. We who believe in the Lord and know the true God must guard ourselves and also help others escape from the sin of idol worship.

"The shepherds are senseless and do not inquire of the LORD; so they do not prosper and all their flock is scattered." (Jeremiah 10:21)

When God's workers go astray, the whole church is greatly affected. If they do not depend fully on God but follow worldly customs and false practices, they become unfaithful and rebellious toward Him. As a result, they do not prosper because God is not pleased, and His judgment comes upon them. The flock is wounded and scattered. Therefore, we must watch our steps carefully. In everything we do, we should avoid worldly customs and not follow our own desires. Instead, we should seek the Lord and draw near to Him, so that we will not become like senseless animals and cause God's flock to suffer. Let us encourage and pray for one another.

"Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:1–2)

"LORD, I know that people's lives are not their own; it is not for them to direct their steps." (Jeremiah 10:23)

Jeremiah prayed to God on behalf of the people. Human beings are small and weak. If God's wrath had fallen on them, they would have been completely destroyed. Because of their rebellion, the people first needed to admit their sins before they could return to God. They could not simply  blame others. Refusing to face our own faults and stubbornly holding on to our own ideas. We should come before God honestly, confess our sins, and sincerely seek His mercy and help. Only then can we be delivered from evil and escape temptation. This is not something we can overcome by our own strength, only through the Lord's help. This also reminds us that if we leave the Lord's way, we will be overcome by the devil and led into sin. No one can stay on the right path by relying on himself. Therefore, it is only fitting that we wholeheartedly follow the Lord and fear Him. He Himself will guide, watch over, and protect every step we take.

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil." (Proverbs 3:5–7)

By Shi-Ting Chen