The righteousness of Christ is a covering graciously given to all who give their hearts to Him. It is a beautiful “robe” that we wear in the process of learning to become like Him. The sanctification of His Holy Spirit is a quiet and thorough work of cleansing from within – if we will allow it! As we live and breathe, we are to wear that robe in thankfulness and humility.
Read MoreA partial truth is more deceptive than a whole lie. One of Satan’s most effective ones is parroted in churches all over the world. They say, “It is impossible to obey God’s law.” This implies that He makes unreasonable demands . . .
Read MoreBeloved, do not allow the world’s influence to take your eyes off of the Lamb of God. Examine Him thoroughly. Through obedience, you will find Him to be all that He has promised.
Read MoreNever think that you are immune to cultural influences that fall outside of God’s framework for healthy, happy individuals and families.
Read MoreThis thing called obedience is the fruit of a relationship built upon trust in Jesus. He generously sends His Spirit — an extension of Himself — for guidance. Yet, our own will is never overridden; rather we have a choice to make . . . .
Read MoreJeremiah was keenly aware of the vital need for reformation. Devoted to the LORD and His truth, he pleaded year in and year out with his brethren to get back to the truth of God, which has never changed.
Read MoreIn a cowardly fashion, Zedekiah would consult Jeremiah privately, but he totally lacked the moral courage to obey God, for that would involve the humility of surrendering his pride publicly, the one thing he continually refused to do.
Read MoreThe light of this call continually produces a series of crises. When God’s man or woman sins against our holy, merciful God, an immediate invitation comes from the Holy Spirit: confess the error in sincere repentance. Confess and forsake. Every time, this requires overcoming pride and self-defense.
Read MoreIt is a terrible thing to remove yourself from the divine guidance and protection of the LORD. In this case, the earnestness of the people’s declared intent to follow God’s will amounted to a mere pretense.
Read MoreBeing involved in the enormity of God’s purposes simply means that others are directly affected. I must ask myself: am I willing to suffer the criticism that is likely to result as I follow the Lord?
Read MoreThe new covenant refers to the restoration of the original one, written in a different place by the LORD Himself: upon our hearts.
Read MoreJeremiah is urging his brethren to look back at Jacob’s experience when he was threatened by an angry brother who said he would kill him in revenge for past wrongs. In preparation for the crisis, Jacob spent the night in prayer . . .
Read MoreHere, we have His voice only. It would not have been audible to others. Jeremiah’s close relationship with the LORD was the only aspect of his life that enabled him to hear His voice.
Read MoreHananiah’s message was one of “cutting corners” instead of persevering according to God’s explicit directions. This false message caused the people to trust in a lie .
Read MoreA great stir brought fervent revival to the developing west. People perceived that westward expansion and industrialization were accompanied by moral decline. But there was also a righteous pushback . . .
Read MoreThese challenges to false teachings in the church brought the controversy out into the open. The church responded with severe intimidation tactics. But those who were Holy Spirit led determined not to be intimidated.
Read MoreGod’s faithful ones need not be tripped up by faulty leaders, pagan conquerors, or any other worldly influence.
Read MoreIt comes down to making clear distinctions between Biblical doctrines and manmade teachings disguised as divine instructions.
Read MoreIf you are wondering what issue needs addressing most urgently, He will put His finger directly on it for you. Whatever it is, lay it down between you and Him for the two of you to view and say, “Oh, Lord, I don’t want this between us!”
Read MoreGod’s pleadings with them through Jeremiah made no secret of His willingness to accept them back into the fold, if only they would choose to return to Him.
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