Jeremiah 6:27-30

God told Jeremiah that he was appointed an assayer amongst God’s people. In this capacity he was called to examine them on God’s behalf. But his job was not limited to just examining the people. He was also called to be a refiner. Through the preaching of God’s Word, he was called to lead them to live faithful lives before the Lord. Jeremiah continually called upon the people to repent of their sin. Their greatest sin was idolatry. Instead of turning to the Lord, they continually went after the many false God’s of the surrounding nations. However, despite their idolatry, they still worshiped God in the temple. He wasn’t pleased.