Daily Scripture & Questions

Jeremiah 32:1-34:22 How does Jeremiah's buying a field in besieged Jerusalem express hope in God's promises?  How can we use chapter 32:39-40 as a basis to pray for ourselves and our loved ones?  The hope of what God will do is tied to the "righteous Branch to spring up for David.”  Who is this?  What do we learn about short-lived repentance from chapter 34?

Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions

Read Jeremiah 34:8-22. King Zedekiah receives a word from God through Jeremiah. What was his initial response (34:8-10)? When the threat eased for a bit, what did the people do (34:11)? Does the "pressure" have to stay on for us to keep doing right? If so, what does that say about our hearts?  

Biblical Prayer Focus

Psalm 100:4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!

Express your gratitude to God, giving Him thanks for blessings great and small.