Jeremiah 45-48, Psalm 134
Jeremiah 45:4-5 (NLT)
“Baruch, this is what the Lord says: ‘I will destroy this nation that I built. I will uproot what I planted. Are you seeking great things for yourself? Don’t do it! I will bring great disaster upon all these people; but I will give you your life as a reward wherever you go. I, the Lord, have spoken!’”
In Jeremiah 45:4–5, the prophet Jeremiah gave a message to Baruch ben Neriah, who had written down everything Jeremiah said. Baruch was a long-time, trusted associate of Jeremiah, and they were both taken to Egypt against their will. Baruch suffered for his faithfulness to the Lord and to Jeremiah.
Father-God knew that Baruch felt the Lord had not blessed or protected him as he had hoped, and that he was filled with foreboding about the future. The Lord reminded Baruch about His power and authority over the nation of Israel. Father-God knew that Baruch had sought great things for himself, but warned him not to be overly concerned with personal ambition, especially during this time of trouble for the nation. The Lord promised Baruch that he would be rewarded for his obedience in serving Jeremiah and remaining aligned with the Lord’s plans.
Seeking fulfillment in fame and popularity instead of aligning ourselves with the Lord will only bring destruction and judgment. Remaining faithful to the Lord will bring true fulfillment because Father-God rewards those who are faithful to Him both in this life and after death.
These verses remind believers that the Lord cares for them and knows what they feel and are concerned about. Father-God loved Baruch so much that He gave Jeremiah a message specifically to address Baruch’s concerns and fears about the future. The Lord’s message through Jeremiah tells us that we must always align ourselves with His will. Trying to find fulfillment through self-ambition alone will ultimately lead to destruction.
Believers who truly want to align themselves with the Lord’s will cannot make future plans without considering what the Lord’s plans may be. In Baruch’s case, he was trying to pursue personal ambitions during a time when the nation was facing exile to Babylon. The Lord promises rewards to those who faithfully serve Him, but in His timing, not their own timing. The Lord remained faithful to Baruch, preserving his life and protecting him from exile in Babylon.
I like these verses because they tell me that the Lord hears the concerns and fears of His people and answers them. We may not have a prophet like Jeremiah to give us a direct word from the Lord, but Father-God can still guide us through the Holy Spirit or through people in our lives.
These verses also remind me that the Lord is faithful to those who serve and believe in Him, and that He protects His people. The world encourages people to become obsessed with personal ambition and self-advancement, but if we make plans for our lives without aligning ourselves with the Lord’s will, the results will not be good.
I know that when I have sought guidance from the Holy Spirit about whether my plans were aligned with the Lord’s will, the guidance I received was always right. It might not have seemed so at the time, but in hindsight, the guidance of the Holy Spirit has consistently led me down roads that were not filled with heartache. When I tried to push my own plans without alignment with the Lord’s will, I faced opposition and went down paths filled with obstacles that often led to disappointing results.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who cares for His people and answers their concerns—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Day 138 Bible Readings - Jeremiah 42:19-22 (NLT)
Jeremiah 40-44, Psalm 138
Jeremiah 42:19-22 (NLT)
“‘Listen, you remnant of Judah. The Lord has told you: ‘Do not go to Egypt!’ Don’t forget this warning I have given you today. For you were not being honest when you sent me to pray to the Lord your God for you. You said, ‘Just tell us what the Lord our God says, and we will do it!’ And today I have told you exactly what he said, but you will not obey the Lord your God any better now than you have in the past. So you can be sure that you will die from war, famine, and disease in Egypt, where you insist on going.’”
In Jeremiah 42:19–22, Jeremiah exposes the hypocrisy in the hearts of the military leaders who asked him to pray to the Lord to show them what to do and where to go. The Lord told them what to do, but He knew in their hearts that they were not sincere and were not speaking truthfully. Father-God told them they would disobey Him, go to Egypt anyway, and die there.
These verses remind believers that the Lord knows what is in our hearts. Father-God can tell when we are being insincere, even when we ask Him for help and guidance. Believers need to make sure they are truly open to the Lord’s direction because they may receive guidance that is contrary to their personal desires. We must trust and align ourselves with the plans of the Lord if we want to remain obedient to Him. These verses also remind believers that failing to follow the Lord’s guidance can lead to terrible consequences. If believers rely only on their own judgment and solutions, they will suffer the consequences of those choices.
What I love about these verses is that the Lord had foreknowledge that the request from the military leaders was not sincere, yet He still gave them guidance. The Lord also knew they would not obey Him and would instead do what they wanted, but He still wanted to offer them the opportunity to repent of their disobedience and follow His guidance. The Lord is merciful to His people, and even when He knows what is in our hearts and what our actions will be, He still gives us opportunities to repent and align ourselves with His will.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who always offers His people the opportunity for repentance—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Jeremiah 42:19-22 (NLT)
“‘Listen, you remnant of Judah. The Lord has told you: ‘Do not go to Egypt!’ Don’t forget this warning I have given you today. For you were not being honest when you sent me to pray to the Lord your God for you. You said, ‘Just tell us what the Lord our God says, and we will do it!’ And today I have told you exactly what he said, but you will not obey the Lord your God any better now than you have in the past. So you can be sure that you will die from war, famine, and disease in Egypt, where you insist on going.’”
In Jeremiah 42:19–22, Jeremiah exposes the hypocrisy in the hearts of the military leaders who asked him to pray to the Lord to show them what to do and where to go. The Lord told them what to do, but He knew in their hearts that they were not sincere and were not speaking truthfully. Father-God told them they would disobey Him, go to Egypt anyway, and die there.
These verses remind believers that the Lord knows what is in our hearts. Father-God can tell when we are being insincere, even when we ask Him for help and guidance. Believers need to make sure they are truly open to the Lord’s direction because they may receive guidance that is contrary to their personal desires. We must trust and align ourselves with the plans of the Lord if we want to remain obedient to Him. These verses also remind believers that failing to follow the Lord’s guidance can lead to terrible consequences. If believers rely only on their own judgment and solutions, they will suffer the consequences of those choices.
What I love about these verses is that the Lord had foreknowledge that the request from the military leaders was not sincere, yet He still gave them guidance. The Lord also knew they would not obey Him and would instead do what they wanted, but He still wanted to offer them the opportunity to repent of their disobedience and follow His guidance. The Lord is merciful to His people, and even when He knows what is in our hearts and what our actions will be, He still gives us opportunities to repent and align ourselves with His will.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who always offers His people the opportunity for repentance—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Day 137 Bible Readings - Jeremiah 39:15-18 (NLT)
Jeremiah 37-39, Psalm 132
Jeremiah 39:15-18 (NLT)
“The Lord had given the following message to Jeremiah while he was still in prison: ‘Say to Ebed-Melech the Ethiopian, ‘This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, the God of Israel, says: I will do to this city everything I have threatened. I will send disaster, not prosperity. You will see its destruction, but I will rescue you from those you fear so much. Because you trusted me, I will give you your life as a reward. I will rescue you and keep you safe. I, the Lord, have spoken!’’”
In Jeremiah 39:15–18, the Lord told Jeremiah what would happen to Ebed-Melech the Ethiopian, who rescued him when he was near death in the pit-like dungeon. Father-God first told Jeremiah to tell Ebed-Melech that Jeremiah’s prophetic words would come true and that it was His will. Then the Lord said He would rescue Ebed-Melech because he had spoken to King Zedekiah about Jeremiah’s wrongful imprisonment. The king agreed and gave Ebed-Melech thirty men to pull Jeremiah out of the pit-dungeon.
Ebed-Melech took a great risk by appealing to the king about Jeremiah’s plight and showed his trust in the God of Israel. As a reward, the Lord promised to rescue Ebed-Melech, and he would remain safe during the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians.
These verses remind believers that the Lord rewards people who trust in Him. Father-God saw the faithfulness of Ebed-Melech and delivered him from death during the siege of Jerusalem. The Lord rewards those who act on their faith despite potential risks.
What I take from these verses is that a believer always needs to act and speak righteously, even in the face of danger. Ebed-Melech had only minor power, but he was still able to persuade the king to stop the persecution of Jeremiah. These verses also remind me that the Lord sees our acts of kindness, and we will be rewarded for them.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who rewards those who put their trust in Him—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Jeremiah 39:15-18 (NLT)
“The Lord had given the following message to Jeremiah while he was still in prison: ‘Say to Ebed-Melech the Ethiopian, ‘This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, the God of Israel, says: I will do to this city everything I have threatened. I will send disaster, not prosperity. You will see its destruction, but I will rescue you from those you fear so much. Because you trusted me, I will give you your life as a reward. I will rescue you and keep you safe. I, the Lord, have spoken!’’”
In Jeremiah 39:15–18, the Lord told Jeremiah what would happen to Ebed-Melech the Ethiopian, who rescued him when he was near death in the pit-like dungeon. Father-God first told Jeremiah to tell Ebed-Melech that Jeremiah’s prophetic words would come true and that it was His will. Then the Lord said He would rescue Ebed-Melech because he had spoken to King Zedekiah about Jeremiah’s wrongful imprisonment. The king agreed and gave Ebed-Melech thirty men to pull Jeremiah out of the pit-dungeon.
Ebed-Melech took a great risk by appealing to the king about Jeremiah’s plight and showed his trust in the God of Israel. As a reward, the Lord promised to rescue Ebed-Melech, and he would remain safe during the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians.
These verses remind believers that the Lord rewards people who trust in Him. Father-God saw the faithfulness of Ebed-Melech and delivered him from death during the siege of Jerusalem. The Lord rewards those who act on their faith despite potential risks.
What I take from these verses is that a believer always needs to act and speak righteously, even in the face of danger. Ebed-Melech had only minor power, but he was still able to persuade the king to stop the persecution of Jeremiah. These verses also remind me that the Lord sees our acts of kindness, and we will be rewarded for them.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who rewards those who put their trust in Him—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Monday, May 18, 2026
Day 136 Bible Readings - Jeremiah 36:29-31 (NLT)
Jeremiah 34-36, Psalm 131
Jeremiah 36:29-31 (NLT)
“Then say to the king, ‘This is what the Lord says: You burned the scroll because it said the king of Babylon would destroy this land and empty it of people and animals. Now this is what the Lord says about King Jehoiakim of Judah: He will have no heirs to sit on the throne of David. His dead body will be thrown out to lie unburied—exposed to the heat of the day and the frost of the night. I will punish him and his family and his attendants for their sins. I will pour out on them and on all the people of Jerusalem and Judah all the disasters I promised, for they would not listen to my warnings.’”
In Jeremiah 36:29–31, the Lord tells Jeremiah what will happen to King Jehoiakim after he burned the scrolls of Jeremiah. The Lord’s judgment will come upon the king, and none of his heirs will sit on the throne of David. The king’s body will be desecrated and will not receive a proper burial. His family, attendants, and the people of Jerusalem and Judah will experience all the disasters that the Lord promised.
These verses remind believers that any human attempt to suppress or destroy prophecy will not negate the prophecy. If we ignore the Lord’s warnings, it can lead to the fulfillment of those warnings. The Bible contains the wisdom we need to live good lives, and if we ignore its guidance, it can lead to destruction. Even though the king ignored Jeremiah’s warning by burning the scrolls, the warning still came true. The warnings from Father-God are calls to repentance so that people can change their ways, because the Lord is always merciful. Father-God gives us many chances to change before He takes action to correct us.
When I read these verses, I am reminded how merciful the Lord is. He gave the people of Israel many prophetic warnings to change their ways and repent. Father-God did not want to correct or punish His people, nor did He want their destruction. The Lord wanted them to repent, change, and obey His laws. The Lord warns us because our actions affect our children and future generations. Father-God’s care for us extends not only to us, but also to our children and families. To believe in Jesus Christ means we serve someone who is merciful and wants the best for us and our families.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who cares not just for you but also for your family and future descendants—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Jeremiah 36:29-31 (NLT)
“Then say to the king, ‘This is what the Lord says: You burned the scroll because it said the king of Babylon would destroy this land and empty it of people and animals. Now this is what the Lord says about King Jehoiakim of Judah: He will have no heirs to sit on the throne of David. His dead body will be thrown out to lie unburied—exposed to the heat of the day and the frost of the night. I will punish him and his family and his attendants for their sins. I will pour out on them and on all the people of Jerusalem and Judah all the disasters I promised, for they would not listen to my warnings.’”
In Jeremiah 36:29–31, the Lord tells Jeremiah what will happen to King Jehoiakim after he burned the scrolls of Jeremiah. The Lord’s judgment will come upon the king, and none of his heirs will sit on the throne of David. The king’s body will be desecrated and will not receive a proper burial. His family, attendants, and the people of Jerusalem and Judah will experience all the disasters that the Lord promised.
These verses remind believers that any human attempt to suppress or destroy prophecy will not negate the prophecy. If we ignore the Lord’s warnings, it can lead to the fulfillment of those warnings. The Bible contains the wisdom we need to live good lives, and if we ignore its guidance, it can lead to destruction. Even though the king ignored Jeremiah’s warning by burning the scrolls, the warning still came true. The warnings from Father-God are calls to repentance so that people can change their ways, because the Lord is always merciful. Father-God gives us many chances to change before He takes action to correct us.
When I read these verses, I am reminded how merciful the Lord is. He gave the people of Israel many prophetic warnings to change their ways and repent. Father-God did not want to correct or punish His people, nor did He want their destruction. The Lord wanted them to repent, change, and obey His laws. The Lord warns us because our actions affect our children and future generations. Father-God’s care for us extends not only to us, but also to our children and families. To believe in Jesus Christ means we serve someone who is merciful and wants the best for us and our families.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who cares not just for you but also for your family and future descendants—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer. Tell Him you trust Him and desire to walk with Him. He is faithful, and He will meet you exactly where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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