From the Edges – Not Abandoned – Just Delayed

From the Edges – Not Abandoned – Just Delayed

Scripture focus – Jeremiah 31:15-18

The verses from Jeremiah 31:15-18 speak of Jacob’s wife, Rachel in her recollection and mourning of the captivity of the Israelites by the Assyrians into slavery.  

I thought and prayed of those who have lost their children, friends, even their own stability to addictions. I know we don’t like to talk about it, but it is a great evil of our day. If we are honest, we all have some addiction in our life that controls us.  

As we prepare for Lent, the time should be more about what we have to give up so we can make more room for God. That the healing of the Spirit can take place and begin to perfect us in the righteousness of the Lord.

My thoughts are varied this morning, and I am praying –

Lord forgives me when I have trusted in other ways and not in your unfailing grace. Forgive me when I have followed other paths as the prodigal child I am. May I return in a way that brings me back to you as my only destiny. More of you Lord, less of me – hear my prayer Lord as I surrender to you – Amen