Jeremiah 1-2, Psalms 138, John 18:1-27

What God said to me – It’s easy for you to think that Jeremiah was a special kind of super believer because I chose him before he was born to be My prophet to Judah and to warn them of the coming judgment. But he is no different than any other of My children. Before I formed each of you in the womb, I knew you and before each of you were born, I consecrated you also. The difference between you and Jeremiah is the time in history I placed you and the ministry I have called you to. Your calling may not have been as dramatic as Jeremiah’s, but I have still called you and gifted you for ministry to those I bring to you. Just remember even Jeremiah made excuses for why he felt he was not able or worthy, but I assured him that I would be with him and give him all he needed to do what I called him to do. I make the same promise to you – your part is to walk close to Me, staying in My word, going where I lead, and ministering as I direct. I will be faithful to speak to you and teach you and be with you as you go.

Jonah 3-4, Psalms 137, John 17

What God said to me – It’s easy to love people who are loveable and to want to help them and encourage them.  But what about people who are not loveable, but are contentious and angry and profane?  How do you respond?  Do you just avoid them or ignore them?  There is a reason for My bringing anyone across your path so rather than reacting with revulsion or anger or going out of your way to keep from interacting with them, turn to Me and ask what “I AM” about.  I have a good reason for all I do.  Sometimes your encounters with others are not for your benefit, but for theirs – so you can minister to them and show My love.  Other times it’s for your benefit – so I can teach you or so I can expose some area in your character that needs to change or be repented of.  You must learn that everything you experience is filtered through My hand and My will.  Once you truly understand this it will change the way you respond because you’ll be looking for My direction.

Jonah 1-2, Psalms 136, John 17

What God said to me – You have a circle of people I have given to you – your friends, your family, your co-workers, your classmates – even random strangers I bring across your path.  These are your mission field – your ministry if you will.  Your responsibility is to share with them what I have done in your life so that they will know that you are Mine and that everything you have and are is from Me.  Share what I have done in your life and how even in the most difficult trials, I was there and working for your good and My glory.  As My Son, Jesus, prayed for those I gave Him, you pray for those in your circle and let them know you are praying.  Share with them and minister to them and as you do, I will use your joy and peace to draw them.