In 48:7 God spoke a message to Jeremiah to deliver to Moab. But it is a message that I needed to hear. God accused Moab of depending on their strength, wealth, and their false god. But none of those things would protect them from conquest. Only the true God could provide the security that they sought. I’m afraid that I am Moab. At least one group has been praying to God that HE would provide job stability and wise leadership at the head of the company for which I work. Recently I learned that we requested of God is exactly what has happened. When I heard the news I don’t recall if I gave thanks to God or not. I am guilty of converting into Moab. I was tempted to thank the leadership of the company (a false god?), to praise the industry of the employees (strength), and showing appreciation to our customers who have been paying our invoices (wealth). I am so glad that a fellow prayer reminded me of what God has been doing. I give him thanks for the reminder and look forward to seeing him continue to work. I wonder if I have been doing the same thing in the ministries in which I am involved?
Stuart
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Paul of Tarsus
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