Yesterday’s Scripture Readings:
OT: Jeremiah 5
NT: 1 Corinthians 5
W&W: Psalm 91
Today’s Scripture Readings:
OT: Jeremiah 6
NT: 1 Corinthians 6
W&W: Psalm 92
Tomorrow’s Scripture Readings:
OT: Jeremiah 7
NT: 1 Corinthians 7
W&W: Psalm 93
Today’s Reflection:
Jeremiah 6.15 says, “They have no shame at all. They do not even know how to blush.”
How this describes our culture today. When entertainers can do any shameful thing and still be lauded for their “contributions to society” then I question what are we listening to and why. When politicians can say one thing while campaigning and then without so much as a blush say just the opposite, I feel a sense of hopelessness. When leaders decry – with great moral outrage – the sins of others and then are “caught with their pants down,” I wonder why they don’t listen to themselves.
Our great and free land is spiraling downward in the pursuit of pleasure and entertainment, in a mad rush to embrace relative truth, and in self-congratulatory hypocrisy. Are we being led by cultural icons, political pragmatists, and indulgent leaders to a place where we can no longer blush at sin?
I wonder.
But, there is hope in Jesus! He is the same “yesterday, today, and forever.” His Word is true and stands firm through the ages. He created all things and gives us life and hope, light and healing. We can turn to him with great confidence that he will heal our land. Our hope is indeed in him.
This Week’s Scripture to Memorize:
Matthew 7.9-11: Which of you, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!
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Dad, I agree wholeheartedly. Through seemingly innocent channels, we are taught that sinful behavior is the norm. The TV we watch (even the "harmless" sitcoms), the music we listen to, even the books we read can all serve to normalize sin and make it seem okay and even funny. I've felt a conviction lately to make sure that I expose my mind to more wholesome things. Not just for my sake, but for the sake of my kids! Who else will set an example for them?
Pahpooh and Nanna will give it a go!
Jenny, you are so right. God has placed those kids in your home and heart for you and Eric to influence them. He will do it through you, but as you recognize, you must do your part to. I'm proud of you!
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