Song # 1702.1 from Our Gospel In Song Collection by Col Johnston. The prophet Jeremiah tells us in chapter 8 that the people of the Lord have turned away from Him, and no-one repents.
When men fall down, do they not get up? When a man turns away, does he not return? (Jeremiah 8:4). Why then have these people turned away? Why does Jerusalem always turn away? They cling to deceit. They refuse to return (Jeremiah 8:5). I have listened attentively, but they do not say what is right. No-one repents of his wickedness, saying “What have I done?” Each pursues his own course (Jeremiah 8:6). How can you say “We are wise, for we have the law of the Lord” when actually the lying pen of the scribes has handled it falsely? (Jeremiah 8:8). Since they have rejected the word of the Lord, what kind of wisdom do they have? (Jeremiah 8:9). From the least to the greatest, all are greedy for gain. Prophets and priests alike, all practise deceit (Jeremiah 8:10). “Peace, peace” they say, when there is no peace (Jeremiah 8:11). They have no shame at all. So they will fall among the fallen. They will be brought down when they are punished says the Lord (Jeremiah 8:12).
Thought for today: enjoy the abundance of God’s gifts, but never forget the Giver.
Thought for the future: one of God’s greatest presents, is His presence in our life. Where will you spend your eternity?