The Recabites
The Recabites were obedient people who listened to evey commands that their forefather, Jonadab had laid upon them. As compared tot he men of Judah and the people of Jerusalem, they did not take heed of the commands set upon them. The Recabites were greatly blessed because of their obedience.
How often in our lives have we always not taken heed of our spiritual leader's advice / gone against our parents? We want to rebel and not obey just because we don't agree with other's advice, even when its often for our own good.
Jehoiakim Burns Jeremiah's Scroll
The Lord had spoken to Jeremiah about His people, so that they would turn back when they heard about what God would do should they still refuse to repent. As Bamch read out what Jeremiah had dictated, the officials overheard him ad reported the matter to the king.
The king and his attendants were neither remorseful nor fearful. Because of this unrepentance, the king and his people would be punished with disasters inflicted upon them as decreed by God.
Jeremiah in Prison
Jeremiah got thrown in prison as he tried to go to the territory of Benjamin to get his share of the property. He got mistaken to be a traitor, about to run to the Babylonians.
Thank God that King Zedekiah was not that cruel and ruthless to thrown Jeremiah back in jail for a crime he did not commit. Instead, he showed mercy and Jeremiah was placed in the guard's courtyard and given bread.
Friday, August 17, 2007
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