In what ways can we ensure God's word remains central in our lives? Setting the Scene—Jeremiah 36:32 “Then Jeremiah took another scroll and gave it to Baruch son of Neriah, the scribe, and he wrote on it at Jeremiah’s dictation all the words of the book that Jehoiakim king of Judah had burned in the fire. And many similar words were added to them.” King Jehoiakim tried to silence God by burning the scroll, yet the Lord simply had Jeremiah rewrite it—with “many similar words” added. God’s message cannot be destroyed; instead, it grows. That moment gives us a template for keeping Scripture front-and-center today. Lessons From the Scroll’s Rewriting • Safeguard the text—Jeremiah immediately replaced what was lost. • Stay persistent—opposition did not cancel the mission. • Add depth—“many similar words” show room for fresh illumination without altering the core. Daily Practices That Keep Scripture Central • Read it aloud. – “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” (Matthew 4:4) • Memorize key verses. – “I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.” (Psalm 119:11) • Reflect and jot notes. – Jeremiah dictating to Baruch mirrors journaling today. • Meditate morning and night. – “This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night…” (Joshua 1:8) • Apply immediately. – “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” (James 1:22) Building a Scripture-Rich Environment • Post verses at home. – “Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates.” (Deuteronomy 6:9) • Incorporate into conversations. • Play audio Bibles during commutes. • Sing Scripture-based songs. – “Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you… singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.” (Colossians 3:16) Encouraging Others to Treasure the Word • Read together as a family or small group. • Share personal insights rather than arguments. • Gift Bibles and reading plans. • Model obedience—nothing commends Scripture like a changed life. God’s Promises for Word-Centered Lives • Guidance—“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) • Maturity—“All Scripture is God-breathed… so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17) • Blessing—“Blessed is the one who reads aloud and those who hear the words of this prophecy and keep what is written in it.” (Revelation 1:3) Jeremiah’s rewritten scroll shows that God safeguards His message. By reading, memorizing, living, and sharing His Word, we make sure the same indestructible truth remains the center of our own lives today. |
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