Our actions will not only affect us, but those around us. We may often try to place the blame on someone else as to why we behave the way that we do. In Exodus, it speaks of the sin of the fathers being punishable to the third and fourth generations. This was written during the time the Ten Commandments were given. However, here in Jeremiah, the Lord is making a new covenant with the people of Israel and Judah. Now, each of them will be responsible for their own sinful behavior. If they ate the "sour grapes" or committed the evil deed, then they would be the one who would suffer, not their children.
What excuses do you use for your sins? Do you blame your spouse for making you have a bad attitude? Are you harboring unforgiveness towards your parents for the way they treated you? Is it everyone else's fault but your own? Negative things may have occurred in your life. They will impact how you currently react to situations. However, God still holds you responsible for your behavior. You may have to consciously work on problem areas in your life, but when you stand before God, you are the only one He will hold accountable for the deeds that you have done.
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