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Post by Woody Williams on Mar 12, 2009 7:26:30 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- Jeremiah 30:18-22 ----------
Thus says the LORD: I am going to restore the fortunes of the tents of Jacob, and have compassion on his dwellings; the city shall be rebuilt upon its mound, and the citadel set on its rightful site. Out of them shall come thanksgiving, and the sound of merrymakers. I will make them many, and they shall not be few; I will make them honored, and they shall not be disdained. Their children shall be as of old, their congregation shall be established before me; and I will punish all who oppress them. Their prince shall be one of their own, their ruler shall come from their midst; I will bring him near, and he shall approach me, for who would otherwise dare to approach me? says the LORD. And you shall be my people, and I will be your God.
Devotional ----------
Prophets not only prophesied judgment and doom, they also gave voice to God's redeeming love and mercy. When we experience judgment it is hard to imagine restoration. It is difficult to let go in order to receive something more. We tend to want to live in our misery rather than change. But the awareness of our misery is a call to receive a new future - life from God.
Prayer ----------- Help me to hear your good news for me, O Lord. Amen
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