In what way is Judah Confused about it's Identity? God has raised them up to have his Character, to be like him, but they do not follow in his ways, but are wicked and rebellious. Living completely contrary to what God taught them...They are wrong and think they are right.
What are the consequences when Christians today suffer from such identity confusion? We walk in confusion, thinking we are something that we're not, and being lead astray.. We walk in fear because we have lost God's protection from our rebellion. All this leads to our ruin.
What injustices does God accuse his people of in Verses 15-17 ? God accuses His people of Hypocrisy and Religion w/out obedience to God's word, and conformity to His values..which is an abomination
In verses 18-20 God argues that their behavior is unreasonable. Why is it unreasonable? Their behavior is unreasonable because they won't listen to wisdom from wise consel..which is wicked, because they know it's right , but refuse to follow.What does God offer as an alternative? God offers them Repentance..to turn from their waywardness, because they are in a terrible state.