Song # 1488.1 from Our Gospel In Song Collection by Col Johnston. From the Book of Jeremiah, we read in chapter 30 that God will restore the fortunes of Jacob’s people.
I will restore the fortunes of Jacob’s tents and have compassion on his dwellings. The city will be rebuilt on her ruins, and the palace will stand in its proper place (Jeremiah 30:18). From them will come songs of thanksgiving and the sound of rejoicing. I will add to their numbers, and they will not be decreased. I will bring them honour, and they will not be disdained (Jeremiah 30:19). Their children will be as in days of old, and their community established before me. I will punish all who oppress them (Jeremiah 30:20). Their leader will be one of their own, their ruler will arise from among them. I will bring Him near and He will come close to me (Jeremiah 30:21). So you will be my people and I will be your God (Jeremiah 30:22). See, the storm of the Lord will burst out in wrath, a driving wind swirling down on the heads of the wicked (Jeremiah 30:23). The fierce anger of the Lord will not turn back until He accomplishes the purpose of His heart. In days to come you will understand this (Jeremiah 30:24).
Thought for today: be thankful for what you have, don’t be anxious for what you don’t have.
Thought for the future: the richest people in the world are those who invest in heaven. Where will you spend your eternity?