DEVOTION: 16th March 2021
He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.” – Jeremiah 17:8
Jeremiah was known as the weeping prophet for he not only warned Israel that disobedience towards the Lord would result in their dispersion amongst the nations, but he was also one who warned of Judah’s final downfall and witnessed its devastating destruction – and he wept bitterly, as he watched the Presence of God withdraw from the Temple of the Lord.
And in the midst of this weeping prophet’s sharp accusations and strong condemnation of the idolatry of Israel, who had turned from their faithful God to idols, we discover a refreshing oasis in the midst of Jeremiah’s condemnatory proclamations. Blessed is the man that puts his trust in the Lord, for he will be like a well-watered tree, who is refreshed and rejuvenated in the streams of living water, refreshment that only flow from our faithful God.
The heart is twisted and perverse above all things, and when we view ourselves from our own distorted perspective we are too often led into error. Only the one that rests in the Lord, trusts their lives into His hands, gaining their hope and strength from Him and placing their trust in God alone is able to be like a well-watered tree – that received hope and strength from our Father in heaven.
Amidst an avalanche of condemnation against ungodliness and idolatry, both Israel and the Church have received God’s gracious reassurance: Blessed is the man whose delight in the Lord, and who meditates on His Law Day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of living water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— and whatever they do prospers. May the Lord restore you as you put your trust in Him. Amen
Prayer
Father, let your your will be than in my life. Order my steps Lord and let your goodness and mercy not to depart from me in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen
Meditation: Proverbs 3:5
Bible reading plan for 1 year
I Samuel 8 – 11
International Liberation Ministry
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