Proven Paths
Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls.
Jeremiah 6:16
God had provided everything Isralites needed. He gave them His Word to show them how to live. He promised to be with them, to guide them. But, amazingly, they had wandered from this path. He tried to warn them but they did not feel that they were doing anything wrong. They even proclaimed a false peace.
They had charted their own course, but He wanted them to realize that they were headed in the wrong direction.
He reminded them of the importance of living according to “the old paths”, which is God’s ways, so that they would have rest. But, in spite of these promises, His people resisted. Why? Because these paths were old. They were more interested in what was new and different. What seemed popular at the time.
This pattern still exists in the world. Many believe that Christianity is dated, irrelevant, and old-fashioned, and that God’s word is outdated. They want something new and different. Something modern.
Motivated by personal interest, many desire pleasure without concern for purpose and are willing to ignore God’s eternal laws. They adopt the constantly shifting trends and fads in the world, in their dress, language, and even morals. And, they refuse to recognize the true condition of their hearts, proclaiming a false peace.
The Bible reminds us that fashions may change. What is “new” today quickly will become “old.” But God’s Word always is true. In every season. Regardless of world conditions. And God’s Word is the key to receiving His blessings.
Make sure that you don’t resist God, or ignore His Word. Make His Word the standard for your life. Trust Him. Obey Him. And believe Him for favor, protection, blessing, and rest for your soul.
They had charted their own course, but He wanted them to realize that they were headed in the wrong direction.
He reminded them of the importance of living according to “the old paths”, which is God’s ways, so that they would have rest. But, in spite of these promises, His people resisted. Why? Because these paths were old. They were more interested in what was new and different. What seemed popular at the time.
This pattern still exists in the world. Many believe that Christianity is dated, irrelevant, and old-fashioned, and that God’s word is outdated. They want something new and different. Something modern.
Motivated by personal interest, many desire pleasure without concern for purpose and are willing to ignore God’s eternal laws. They adopt the constantly shifting trends and fads in the world, in their dress, language, and even morals. And, they refuse to recognize the true condition of their hearts, proclaiming a false peace.
The Bible reminds us that fashions may change. What is “new” today quickly will become “old.” But God’s Word always is true. In every season. Regardless of world conditions. And God’s Word is the key to receiving His blessings.
Make sure that you don’t resist God, or ignore His Word. Make His Word the standard for your life. Trust Him. Obey Him. And believe Him for favor, protection, blessing, and rest for your soul.