What steps can you take to trust God's revelations like Jeremiah did? “And the LORD informed me, so I knew. Then You showed me their deeds.” Jeremiah’s Pattern of Trust • He listened for God’s voice, not human rumor. • He accepted what God showed him, even when it exposed danger. • He acted in obedience, leaving vindication to the Lord. Steps to Trust God’s Revelations Today • Anchor everything in Scripture – “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable…” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 – Daily reading and study train the heart to recognize authentic revelation. • Cultivate a listening posture – Quiet the noise: regular times of silence and reflection on God’s Word. – “My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.” John 10:27 • Invite the Spirit’s illumination – Pray for understanding before reading. – “The Counselor… will teach you all things.” John 14:26 • Test every impression by the written Word – God never contradicts Himself. – Acts 17:11 praises believers who examined Scripture daily. • Obey promptly and completely – Revelation becomes clearer in the doing. – “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” James 1:22 • Expect opposition yet rest in God’s protection – Jeremiah’s enemies plotted, but God disclosed their plans. – Psalm 27:1–3 steadies the heart when threats arise. • Keep short accounts with sin – Purity sharpens spiritual hearing. – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8 • Remember past faithfulness – Journaling answered prayers and fulfilled promises fuels future trust. – 1 Samuel 7:12: “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” • Stay connected to a faithful community – Counsel from mature believers confirms God’s leading. – Proverbs 11:14: “Victory is won through many counselors.” Living the Lesson Move forward like Jeremiah—ears open, Bible open, heart open—confident that the God who speaks also safeguards and guides. |
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