Day 289..."God loves His people...Under the yoke of Nebuchadnezzar...Paul's quotables"

Today's reading is less harsh. God does love Israel. Images of a parent loving a child are in the reading. There are some of the stories of Israel retold. Jacob's life is recalled about grabbing his brother heel in the womb.
In Jeremiah, the results of exile are now obvious. The Lord says..."But if any nation or kingdom will not serve this Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and put its neck under the yoke of the king of Babylon, I will punish that nation with the sword, with famine, and with pestilence, declares the Lord, until I have consumed it by his hand." There is one word of hope at the end of the chapter..."They shall be carried to Babylon and remain there until the day when I visit them, declares the Lord. Then I will bring them back and restore them to this place.”

Paul has several
quotable passages today...

"No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."

“All things are lawful,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful,” but not all things build up."

"So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."

"just as I try to please everyone in everything I do, not seeking my own advantage, but that of many, that they may be saved."