What actions should we take to prepare for God's judgment as described here?

Reading the Call: Jeremiah 4:6

“Raise a banner toward Zion! Seek refuge; do not delay! For I am bringing disaster from the north—great destruction.”

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What the Verse Tells Us

• God’s judgment is imminent—“great destruction.”

• He offers a way of safety—“Zion,” His appointed refuge.

• Urgency rings through—“do not delay!”

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Actions to Prepare for Judgment

• Lift the Banner of Loyalty

– Publicly identify with the Lord (Matthew 10:32).

– Hold fast to sound doctrine (2 Timothy 1:13).

• Flee to God as Your Refuge

– “God is our refuge and strength” (Psalm 46:1).

– Entrust yourself to Christ, our only sure shelter (John 10:28-29).

• Repent Without Delay

– “Seek the LORD while He may be found” (Isaiah 55:6-7).

– “Now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2).

• Cleanse Heart and Hands

– “Rend your hearts and not your garments” (Joel 2:12-13).

– Confess and forsake sin; He forgives and purifies (1 John 1:9).

• Produce Visible Fruit

– “Produce fruit in keeping with repentance” (Matthew 3:8).

– Walk in obedience, not merely profession (James 1:22).

• Warn Others

– Ezekiel 33:7-9 sets the watchman’s duty: sound the alarm.

– Love compels sharing the gospel (2 Corinthians 5:14-20).

• Stay Watchful and Steadfast

– “Be alert and sober-minded” (1 Peter 4:7).

– Clothe yourself with God’s armor (Ephesians 6:13).

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Living It Out Today

• Start each day with honest self-examination before God.

• Keep short accounts—confess sin immediately.

• Align choices with Scripture, even when costly.

• Schedule regular times to share Christ with family, friends, neighbors.

• Cultivate habits of prayer, Bible intake, fellowship, and service.

• Encourage fellow believers to stay faithful until the Lord’s appearing (Hebrews 10:24-25).