JEREMIAH 15:19

Therefore this is what the Lord says: “If you repent, I will restore you that you may serve me;

if you utter worthy, not worthless, words,you will be my spokesman.

Let this people turn to you, but you must not turn to them.

TO PONDER

Here Jeremiah is in despair about the sin of his nation, and their rejection of God. He gives graphic descriptions of the destruction that will be brought on this people. 

They were ‘backsliding’, and it is easy to do this. So when we choose to turn back to God, He is always ready to reach out and pull you up. He is endlessly patient and willing, and his love is relentless.

When we turn back to God and place our obedience back with Him, we become ambassadors of God. In turn, we can forgive others, and live and speak in a way that others will notice; while not slipping into the ways of the world.

PRAYER: God, your power and patience amaze me. Help me turn back to you, and turn others to you.

Today's devotion written by Josh Simpfendorfer, LifeWay Westside