But still... SPEAK TRUTH!

Jeremiah 44

“This is what the Lord God Almighty, the God of Israel says: “Why bring such great disaster on yourselves? Why provoke me? You will destroy yourselves... To this day, you have not humbled yourselves or shown reverence to Me. Nor have you followed my laws and decrees.”

Then all the men, women and a large assembly said to Jeremiah, “We will not listen to the message you have spoken! We will certainly keep doing everything we have been doing!”

Over and over the prophet Jeremiah tells the people of Israel, “stop sinning, turn to God and obey Him, and you’ll be saved.” The people’s response is... “No! We will not listen!” How Frustrating! Jeremiah only wants to help His people. He tries over and over and over, but their response is always, “NO!”

Many of us have friends, family or co-workers that do not yet have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Maybe we try our best to tell them about the saving power and love of Jesus, only to be rejected and ignored. It can be frustrating. Especially since we love these people so much, and we simply want them to experience the love and peace of Jesus!

But still... SPEAK TRUTH!!!! Never give up! Never stop trying! Never lose hope! Jeremiah tried for years and years to help His people. Eventually, a small remnants of people listened and were saved by the grace of God! His obedience and dedication payed off!!!! And even today, people still read the words he spoke and they listen and are saved. “God works all things for good for those who love Him and have been called according to His purpose.” So don’t give up! Keep spreading the love of Jesus Christ, and wait to see how God brings about change in peoples hearts! He will give you strength and courage to keep speaking truth! It may take time, but my God never fails!!!! That’s my God!!!!

• Pastor Max Campfield