Identify Yourself

Read John 17:1 through 18:40 “You are not one of his disciples, are you?” the girl at the door asked Peter. He replied, “I am not” (John 18:17). Many people view Peter’s denial of Jesus as a severe case of cold feet. His behavior was surpising, considering that a short time earlier he had wielded his sword and cut off …

What’sYour Cause?

Read Jeremiah 51:1–64 Everyone needs a cause, a reason to get up in the morning, something worth fighting or even dying for. Some people spend their lives protecting animals or fighting against those who harm the environment. Their motivation varies, as does their dedication. Some abandon a cause rather quickly. Therefore this is what the Lord says: “See, I will …

Hope in Despair

Read Jeremiah 31:1 through 32:44 God’s people were taken into captivity at the hands of a madman (Nebuchadnezzar). At a time when they faced deep despair and perhaps even wondered if God had forsaken them, God sent a message of hope to them through the prophet Jeremiah. The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you …

Too Blessed to Fail

Read Jeremiah 7:1 through 10:25; 26:1–24 It is completely possible to experience tremendous growth and prosperity over years, decades, or centuries, only to suffer the loss of it all. All too often the news tells of glamorous movie stars, giant financial institutions, and once grand governments failing. But why? Do not trust in deceptive words and say, “This is the …