Jeremiah 23:1–4 — Judgment on Corrupt Shepherds and God’s Promise to Gather His Flock 1 “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture!” says Yahweh.2 Therefore Yahweh, the God of Israel, says against the shepherds who feed my people: “You have scattered my flock, driven them away, and have not... Continue Reading →
Jeremiah 21 — When God Becomes the Opposing Army
Jeremiah 21 marks a dramatic turning point in the book. Up until now, Judah has resisted Jeremiah’s message, assuming that God’s covenant guarantees their safety. But in this chapter, we discover something shocking: God Himself is now resisting His own people. Their rebellion has reached a point where deliverance will not come the way they... Continue Reading →
The Potter and the Promise: A Message of Hope From Jeremiah 18
When I read Jeremiah 18, I am reminded of how gently, patiently, and purposefully God deals with His people. The moment God instructs Jeremiah to “go down to the potter’s house,” He is giving all of us an invitation to understand who He is—and who we are. This passage is not simply about ancient Israel;... Continue Reading →
Jeremiah 15 — When Calling Feels Like a Curse
Jeremiah 15 opens with a shocking statement. God tells Jeremiah that even if Moses and Samuel, the greatest intercessors in Israel’s history, stood before Him to plead for the nation, He would still refuse to turn away judgment. In other words, the rebellion in Judah had reached such depth that even prayer could not reverse... Continue Reading →
When Idols Replace God: Insights from Jeremiah 10
Introduction — When People Replace God There are chapters in Scripture that confront the human soul like a mirror. Jeremiah 10 is one of them. It exposes the contrast between: The living God Man-made idols The early verses almost feel sarcastic — Jeremiah mocks idols as lifeless block statues that must be nailed down so... Continue Reading →
When Emotions Take the Field: What Youth Sports Taught Me About Christlike Character
Scripture: “Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31 A few days ago, I stood on the sidelines at my son’s soccer championship game, a moment that should have been filled with excitement, joy, and childhood memories. The kind parents hope their kids remember with smiles years later.... Continue Reading →
JEREMIAH 9: BOASTING IN NOTHING BUT KNOWING GOD
“Let not the wise boast of their wisdom or the strong boast of their strength or the rich boast of their riches, but let the one who boasts boast about this:that they have the understanding to know Me…” — Jeremiah 9:23–24 INTRODUCTION: WHEN SUCCESS ISN’T ENOUGH I used to think success would fix everything. Especially... Continue Reading →
Jeremiah 8: A Prophetic Message for Today’s Church
Introduction: Jeremiah’s Cry in a World That Wouldn’t Listen Jeremiah 8 is one of the most heartbreaking chapters in Scripture. The prophet’s words echo through the centuries, revealing the pain of a people who had drifted so far from God that they could no longer recognize His voice. Judah’s rebellion wasn’t just political or moral,... Continue Reading →
Jesus in New York — A Century of Change, One Unchanging Savior
From 2025’s bright LED billboards in Times Square to the crackle of streetlamps in 1925, the city has transformed in every visible way. Buildings rose higher, fashions evolved, languages blended, and technology reshaped how we live and connect. But amid a century of constant motion, one truth remains: Jesus never changes. Imagine Him walking the... Continue Reading →
The Mute Man Speaks — Power and Compassion in One Word
In the Gospels, we read of a man who could not speak — bound by silence, unseen and unheard by the crowds. His friends brought him to Jesus, begging for mercy. Unlike the religious leaders who debated and doubted, Jesus saw the man’s quiet suffering. He took him aside from the crowd, away from the... Continue Reading →