“Because of the Lord’s great
love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every
morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23, NIV
The end of the year and the
beginning of the next one often inspire people to contemplate their lives. What
have you done in the past year that you’ve regretted?
Did you speak out of turn in a
situation where you should have remained silent? Did you abandon a family
member or friend in their time of need? Did you lean deeper into a habitual
sin?
In the book of Ezra, the
Israelite nation returns to Judah after seventy years in captivity. They were
taken from their homeland and forced to live in Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar.
The seven decades of imprisonment were God’s way of getting the attention of His
wayward child.
Sometimes, God lets us walk
through darkness so He can redeem us from some sin in our lives. Maybe your
husband discovered your pornography habit and asked for a trial separation.
Maybe your retail therapy is costing you thousands of dollars in debt.
Rest assured that though these
days might be difficult, God is still using them for your good. His plan is to
redeem you from your sin and restore you to a right relationship with
Himself. God’s compassion and His
faithfulness will never fail you.
God, I confess—I haven’t honored You with my words and
deeds this past year. I acknowledge this sin and confess it before You. Please
redeem my story and restore me in Your timing. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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