What actions can we take to avoid the fate described in Jeremiah 48:16? The Sobering Verse “Moab’s calamity is at hand, and his affliction is rushing swiftly.” (Jeremiah 48:16) Facing the Warning Head-On • Acknowledge that judgment can arrive suddenly. • Accept that God’s timetable is fixed and just (Habakkuk 2:3). • Let the urgency of the verse press us to action “today” (Hebrews 3:13). Turning From Sin Through Repentance • Humble ourselves, pray, seek His face, and turn from wicked ways (2 Chronicles 7:14). • Confess known sins—He is “faithful and just to forgive” (1 John 1:9). • Bear fruit in keeping with repentance (Luke 3:8). Renouncing Pride and Self-Reliance • Moab fell chiefly because of pride (Jeremiah 48:29). • Reject boasting in achievements or resources (Jeremiah 9:23-24). • Trust the Lord with all our heart, not leaning on our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). Living in Obedient Faith • Obedience proves love for Christ (John 14:15). • Be doers of the word, not hearers only (James 1:22). • Walk by the Spirit to avoid gratifying the flesh (Galatians 5:16). Finding Refuge in Christ Alone • Salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12). • Believe in your heart and confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord (Romans 10:9-10). • Remain in Him; apart from Him we can do nothing (John 15:5). Keeping Watch Over Our Hearts • Examine ourselves regularly (2 Corinthians 13:5). • Keep ourselves from idols (1 John 5:21). • Be alert; the one who thinks he stands must take heed lest he fall (1 Corinthians 10:12). By responding to God’s warning with repentance, humility, faithful obedience, and wholehearted trust in Christ, we steer clear of the swift calamity that overtook Moab and walk securely under the Lord’s protection. |
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