“Where are your gods which you have made for yourself? …Let them arise if they can save you.”

As the Lord spoke to Jeremiah concerning Israel He said: “My people have changed their glory for that which does not profit.” “For My people have committed two evils; they have forsaken Me, the fountain of living waters, to hew for themselves cisterns, broken cisterns that can hold no water.”

Jeremiah chapter two is very clear as God has a conversation with the prophet Jeremiah that His people have turned their backs on Him the “fountain of living water.” They have placed their trust in what they can make themselves and relied on other’s opinions and directions instead of seeking God’s Word, God’s Will, God’s Way.

I am constantly amazed as I read God’s Word to see time and time and time again where Israel turns away from God. In fact, He calls them a stubborn and rebellious people. They choose to make paths for themselves that have no benefit. They find themselves in deep trouble because they have not followed God’s instructions or even cared to have Him in their life. Most of the stories go like this; they worship other gods, they observe and follow other people, and/or they just don’t care about God. BUT when it is convenient or they find they are in deep trouble, then they pray to God. Does this sound like you?

When I was a kid we had a term called “wishy, washy.” This was used to say that a person was indecisive or would not take a firm stand on something; one way, one day and another way, another day.

Mature and learn from your mistakes. Ask God to help you recognize quicker when you are straying from Him because the pit you fall into is just around the corner. I am happy to share with you some promises from God’s Word and there are many. I hope these few will give you the strength and courage to stay the course. Become steady and steadfast in your journey with God.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean no on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5,6

“Seek the Lord and His strength, seek His presence continually!” I Chronicles 16:11

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord you God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6

“Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” Jeremiah 32:17

Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always. I Chronicles 16:11

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” 2 Timothy 1:7