We are at the end of the book of Jeremiah. We have read the words of the prophet of God called to proclaim truth to a nation that would not yield. A nation who rejected the unique privilege and responsibility to showcase God to other nations. It is difficult to read, to comprehend.
We are also brought face to face with many nation's depravity, rebellion, covert behavior, pride, and denial of the reality of God. We see that the conclusion of depravity is destruction and death. There is no other option for a just God than to crush rebellion against Him.
We cannot help but think of our own nation, the foundations of which are corroding. [3] if the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?" - Psa 11:3 ESV
And yet even within these pages filled with despair we read of hope. We read of restoration. (48:47, 49:6; 49:39; 50:19-20)
The truth? The God of eternity is a God of restoration. From the beginning and through the ages He has shown Himself just, yet merciful. He has provided a sacrifice on our behalf.
Thanks be to God.
We are also brought face to face with many nation's depravity, rebellion, covert behavior, pride, and denial of the reality of God. We see that the conclusion of depravity is destruction and death. There is no other option for a just God than to crush rebellion against Him.
We cannot help but think of our own nation, the foundations of which are corroding. [3] if the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?" - Psa 11:3 ESV
And yet even within these pages filled with despair we read of hope. We read of restoration. (48:47, 49:6; 49:39; 50:19-20)
The truth? The God of eternity is a God of restoration. From the beginning and through the ages He has shown Himself just, yet merciful. He has provided a sacrifice on our behalf.
Thanks be to God.
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