030/365 - STANDING FOR KINGDOM
Jeremiah 5:9,29
[9]Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this?
[29]Shall I not visit for these things? saith the LORD: shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? AKJV
This week, the focus was on Jeremiah Chapter Five, where God poses a powerful question: will He stand idly by in the face of such moral decay? In verses 9 and 29, God’s inquiry addresses both the people and the priests, emphasizing the seriousness of their situation. The underlying reasons for His concern are outlined in verses 3-6 and 26-29 highlighting a lack of knowledge about God and the infiltration of unscrupulous leaders who neglect their congregations.
Two significant themes emerge: the devastation of ignorance and the prevalence of wickedness. A life devoid of prayer or understanding of God inevitably distances individuals from His presence. Throughout Jeremiah’s reflections, it becomes clear that the issues plaguing the people are universal—affecting the poor and the affluent alike.
Today, many prayer meetings seem to foster fear rather than reverence for God. The fundamental teachings about God’s nature are often misunderstood, with people attributing God’s favor solely to favorable outcomes and mistake prosperity for financial success. This shift in focus leads them to exchange God’s glory for material wealth.
Modern prayer meetings frequently revolve around endless requests and demands, overshadowing the essential pursuit of aligning with God’s will. As a result, these gatherings can feel more like dens of robbers, distorting the divine relationship as individuals seek to compel God to fulfill their desires, often without regard for others.
In such an environment of demands, genuine learning about God becomes nearly impossible. If a prayer meeting leaves participants feeling drained, angry, or anxious, it’s a sign that true engagement with God hasn’t taken place. Instead, one should look for the peace that accompanies genuine prayer, signaling a deeper understanding of God’s incomprehensible nature.
The second group addressed comprises the leaders—priests and prophets—who further exacerbate the situation with their self-serving practices. They prioritize wealth and power over spiritual integrity, setting traps for personal gain while lacking a moral compass.
Ultimately, the kingdom from heaven is characterized by grace and prayer, as indicated in Zechariah 12:8-10. In this kingdom, grace becomes the true currency, rendering material wealth irrelevant. Everything will flow from grace, highlighting the transformative power of a relationship with God rooted in genuine prayer and understanding.
God bless!
Bro Kolawole,
Books&Truth.
