June 20, 2021
What does it say?
The Lord Almighty will again show compassion and everlasting kindness to His rejected bride. His unfailing love and covenant of peace cannot be shaken or removed.
What does it mean?
God’s promise of Jerusalem’s future peace and glory in the millennial kingdom was comforting to His people. Despite being rejected and estranged for years, the Lord will restore His holy city and chosen people. Israel will yet experience the salvation of the Lord. God’s description of Himself throughout this passage shows how and why such a restoration is possible. He is their Maker, husband, the Lord Almighty, Holy One of Israel, Redeemer, and God of all the earth. As such, He keeps His covenant of peace and shows unfailing love, deep compassion, and everlasting kindness.
How should I respond?
Certain people, places, and even food can offer a degree of comfort, but only temporarily. Lasting reassurance has to come from an unassailable source. Look back over today’s passage. Jot down one character trait and one name of God that stand out to you. Place them on a mirror or the refrigerator, so you’ll see them often. How do those specific qualities of the Lord bring comfort in light of your current circumstances? Your situation is not too much for the Creator and Sustainer of the world. Will you choose to turn to Him when life gets turned upside down?