Jeremiah 38-41

What God said to me – Like Jeremiah you live in a day where you are accused of causing harm by speaking My word.  My word has always been offensive to those who are not Mine because it is a light that reveals the darkness of their lives.  My word demands a decision.  It demands an action – accept or reject – obey or disobey – believe or don’t believe – change or remain in your sin.  To those who don’t believe or who have no desire to change it is offensive so they attack those who believe.  These attacks may be physical, but not always – they may attack your reputation or your character – you might lose a job or friends.  Whatever the cost – stand firm.  In the end you will hear Me say “well done” and your reward will be great.

Jeremiah 35-37

What God said to me – Reputation is important.  Are you known as a person who obeys My word and follows Me no matter what happens in your life or in the world around you?  Taking a stand and speaking up for the truth is difficult when no one else around seems to agree with you, especially when you are bombarded on every side.  So few of those who claim to be Mine actually listen and obey My word.  They are like someone who hedges his bets and plays both sides.  They want the eternal benefits of being Mine without the commitment and obedience that causes the world to turn on them so they water down and change My word so as not to be offensive.  You cannot straddle the fence and still please Me.  Choose you this day whom you will serve.

Jeremiah 32-34

What God said to me – You cannot change your heart so quit trying.  It’s the reason you are so up and down in your walk with Me – you are trying to change.  “I AM” the key to a changed heart and mind.  If you truly desire to change, then just commit yourself to walk with Me.  To do that you must devote yourself to My word and spend time in it each day – not just reading but studying and thinking on it and asking questions and searching for answers.  My word has innate power to cleanse and transform those who are dedicated to it.  My Spirit will teach you and show you how to use it in your life.  That’s what this lifelong conversation with Me is all about – walking with Me, talking with Me, listening to me, and doing what I instruct as we go on together.