Jer. 17

Jeremiah was clearly bitter about having to relay such a bitter and painful message to Jerusalem’s inhabitants. He wished painful consequences upon his critics.

We live in a day when the attitudes of many seem so destructive to our nation. Vengeful actions won’t help. Jesus said, ” Forgive us OUR sins AS we forgive those who sin against us.”

Jesus, help me use Your method of treating my enemies.

Jer. 14

One of the strongest reasons for God to heal us is for the sake of His Name. We are the people of His Name and He is the God of our provision. As we ask for healing, we can appeal to His role as our Heavenly Father … “For the sake of Your Name and because You are my provider, heal me in Jesus Name.”

Jer. 9

Don’t boast in ANYTHING but that you know God.

The benefits of being wise, strong, or wealthy cannot compare to the impact of knowing God. He can only be known through relationship with Christ Jesus, His Son.

What are you seeking? Seek Jesus for EVERYTHING.

Jer. 8

When Jeremiah asked the question, “Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there?” … did he realize he was prophetically referring to Jesus. the Great Physician?

God supernaturally has the ability to speak and operate through us.

To be used of God is one of life’s highest privileges. He can speak through a donkey, but would rather anoint pure vessels. Allow God’s holiness to consume and use you.

Jer. 7

It’s really very simple …. Live life following the Lord’s instructions. They are found in His Word.

What parent allows their child to play in the street? Or with poisonous snakes, or with a loaded gun?

Teaching obedience should be a prominent goal of any home or educational institution. Rather than cultivating independence, we should groom dependence upon God and His Word.

Jer. 5

The prophet was instructed to walk around Jerusalem trying to find someone who was truthful in their interactions. It’s implied that he couldn’t find even one. How sad.

You feel clean when you are honest.

I’m sortof shopping for an SUV that I can easily get in and out of. Talking to car salesmen leaves me wondering what shortcomings they’re NOT telling me about their vehicle. Hope they can sleep at night.

Jer. 3

The prophet expresses the Lord’s frustration over the adulterous behavior of Israel, but clearly states God’s desire for them to RETURN to Him.

So it is with adulterers … God says, “Return to me.” He wants to forgive them and restore their fellowship with Him.

Jer. 2

If God can lead millions of Hebrews from Egypt to their new home in the Promised Land, surely He can lead YOU into His best for your life.

The Jews probably thought … “We can think of a better way than forging right into the Red Sea to get away from Pharoah. WRONG!!!

What personal decisions are you in facing today? That same God will take your hand and walk you right in to His will for your life. He sees all.

Jeremiah 1

Patty and I are anxiously awaiting the birth of our first great grandchild. What God said about Jeremiah indicates God’s active interest and hand in shaping the life of unborn children.

I think of the Sunday School song I learned at a very early age … “Jesus loves the little children … they are precious in His sight.”

I can’t wait to announce this beloved child’s birth. Stay tuned.

Isaiah 66

This chapter must be a prophecy about God’s activity in our earth at the end of earth’s days and the beginning of a new heaven and a new earth.

All the while, God has chosen to live WITHIN US. “Behold, the Tabernacle of God is with men.” [Rev. 21;3]