How can we ensure our actions align with God's will, avoiding Babylon's mistakes? The sobering lesson from Jeremiah 50:30 “Therefore, her young men will fall in the streets, and all her soldiers will perish in that day,” declares the LORD. (Jeremiah 50:30) – Babylon’s strength could not shield her from God’s judgment. – Human power collapses when it resists divine authority. Babylon’s root problems to avoid • Pride that exalts self (Proverbs 16:18) • Trust in idols—money, pleasure, status (Jeremiah 50:38; 1 John 5:21) • Violence and oppression (Habakkuk 2:12-13) • Moral complacency—ignoring warnings (Revelation 18:4-5) • Self-reliance—“I am, and there is none besides me” (Isaiah 47:8-10) Daily habits that align us with God’s will 1. Immerse in Scripture – Psalm 1:1-2; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 2. Walk in humble trust – Proverbs 3:5-6; James 4:6-10 3. Follow the Spirit’s lead 4. Check motives before acting – Proverbs 4:23; Psalm 139:23-24 5. Obey promptly 6. Keep godly company – 1 Corinthians 15:33; Hebrews 10:24-25 7. Practice justice, mercy, humility 8. Redeem time wisely – Ephesians 5:15-17; Colossians 3:17 Guardrails against drifting toward Babylon • Regular self-examination with the Word (James 1:22-25) • Accountability with mature believers (Proverbs 27:17) • God-centered worship (Psalm 96:9) • Generous stewardship (1 Timothy 6:17-19) • Fasting and prayer to curb the flesh (Matthew 6:16-18) Promises that fuel obedience • Jeremiah 29:11—future and hope • Proverbs 3:6—straight paths • 1 John 2:17—eternal life for doers of God’s will • 1 Corinthians 15:58—labor in the Lord is never in vain |
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