Jeremiah 43,44,46; 2 Peter 1

“By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires. In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God’s promises…The more you grow like this, the more productive and useful you will be in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. But those who fail to develop this way are shortsighted or blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their old sins.” 2 Peter1:3-5,8&9 NLT

“Have you forgotten the sins of your ancestors, the sins of the kings and queens of Judah, and the sins you and your wives committed in Judah and Jerusalem?” Jeremiah 44:9 NLT

My 11 year old daughter had forgotten a piano sheet that she needed for her piano lesson. I asked her how I could help her remember for next time. I told her that I can be forgetful too and need to write things down. I take notes on my phone, on paper and have bible verses taped to the wall. In hopes that they will soak into my mind and heart. I am thankful that the Holy Spirit helps me to remember. But, I am convicted how little I rely on his power. Because, I know that my tendency is to drift towards earthly comfort and to build my own little kingdom, instead of investing in God’s Kingdom. Sometimes, I am just trying to get through the day. And I miss his voice. Just like Jeremiah and Peter had a message from the Lord, God has spoken through other people in my life. Maybe that is what the Lord is trying to teach me. He is always speaking, I have to be ready to hear.

“Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding, or from human initiative. No, those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God.” 2 Peter 1:20& 21 NLT

Am I listening to the prompting of the Holy Spirit?

“Therefore, I will always remind you about these things-even though you already know them and are I standing firm in the truth you have been taught. And it is only right that I should keep on reminding you as long as I live. For our Lord Jesus Christ has shown me that I must soon leave this earthly life, so I will work hard to make sure you always remember these things after I am gone.” 2 Peter 1:12-15 NLT

Thank you Father for your faithfulness in my life. I praise you for who you are. Amen.

Amy(amyctanner)

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