The chapter opens with a letter from Jeremiah to the exiles in Babylon, instructing them to build houses, plant gardens, and seek the peace of the city where they are exiled. This message conveys hope and assurance that their situation, though difficult, is part of God's plan (Jeremiah 29:1-7).
God promises to visit and fulfill His good word to bring the exiles back after seventy years. This evokes a sense of expectation and the need for patience, encouraging the exiles to trust in God's timing (Jeremiah 29:8-14).
The chapter also contains a warning against false prophets who deceive the people with lies. This warning underscores the seriousness of heeding God's true message and evokes a sense of caution and discernment (Jeremiah 29:15-23).
Jeremiah's message includes a rebuke to Shemaiah, a false prophet, predicting his punishment and that of his descendants. This evokes a sense of sorrow for the consequences of falsehood and the importance of true prophecy (Jeremiah 29:24-32).