Jeremiah 46-48

Todays passage: http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=jeremiah%2046-48&version=NASB

In chapter 46-48, Jeremiah describes God’s coming judgment on Egypt, Philistia, Moab. He has referred to God often during these prophesies as the Lord of Hosts. The International Standard Bible Dictionary says that the “meaning of the title is that all created agencies and forces are under the leadership or dominion of Yahweh, who made and maintains them (Genesis 2:1 Isaiah 45:12). It is used to express Yahweh's great power.” So, as Jeremiah refers to the Lord of Hosts, he is saying that God, who created all armies and their leaders, has absolute power over them. Whether they liked it or not, the actions of the Babylonian army were used by God as part of his plan. Their battle plans were not a surprise to God, he created that army, he was in control, and He used them to bring judgment on Egypt, Philistia and Moab.

In today’s world, we have some pretty scary leaders out there, with some pretty scary armies. Take comfort in the knowledge that God is in control. He will use them to fulfill His perfect plan as well.

Of course that doesn’t excuse us from action. It is still our responsibility to pray for the leaders of our world. It is still our responsibility to get educated and vote for our own leaders. It is still our responsibility to stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves and to pray for guidance in doing so. But, at the end of the day, we serve the Lord of Hosts. He is in control and His plan is perfect and nothing can thwart His plan.

Today's post submitted by Kelly Coxe