Jeremiah 19-21, Isaiah 17
What God said to me – To walk with Me is a serious thing. Just look at the example of Israel and Judah and the judgment that fell because they forsook Me. You are Mine forever, but don’t let that knowledge make you lax in your walk. Like a good father, I discipline My children to correct them or to train them. Training is not easy, but you can walk in confidence knowing “I AM’ at work in you to strengthen and prepare you for what is to come. But when you stray, correction is much harder on you because I will do whatever it takes to bring you to the point of repentance so you will return to Me. Stay faithful and diligent in your walk so correction is not necessary.