The Basic Training Challenge – Prophets And PoetsChikamu

Day 13 — Memorandum of Agreement

Pray:

Lord God, quiet my soul and open my mind and heart to receive Your Word. Amen.

Read: Jeremiah 31:1-40

Reflect

Jeremiah, one of the great prophets, lived around 620 BC. He warned the people of Jerusalem that unless they turned from idolatry, their city would be destroyed, and the temple would be plundered by the Babylonians. Indeed, the Jews were driven from their land and forcibly taken to Babylonia. They would remain there for 70 years before they would return. Even though the Israelites had turned their backs on God, how does God describe His feelings towards them? Did God ever ignore them? What new agreement does God make with Israel (v.33-34)? How does this promise change my life?

Respond

Thank You, Lord, that in spite of my wanderings, You always welcome me back to You. Thank You for Your promises. Help me to stay close to You. Amen.