耶利米书［第十八章］
Book of Jeremiah 18
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耶利米书 第十八章 |Book of Jeremiah 18【重塑生命的呼召】
引言：
神用陶匠与泥土的比喻，带出神是陶匠，而我们是祂手中的泥土。即便我们在人生的某个阶段如泥土般破裂，神依然有能力重新塑造我们。
一、承认神的主权（v1-6）
神通过「窑匠弄泥」的比喻，彰显了祂对我们生命的主权。当器皿损坏，陶匠愿意重新塑造，代表神愿意因悔改而重新塑造我们的人生。我们是否愿意谦卑地接受神的塑造，承认祂的主权，顺服祂的旨意。
二、抓住机会回转（v7-10）
悖逆将带来毁灭，悔改则能带来新的希望。神通过这段经文，告诉我们祂并不是急于施行审判的神，祂愿意给每一个悔改的机会。当我们走在错误的道路上时，我们要愿意听从神的警告并悔改。
三、定意离开罪恶（v11-12）
神提醒他们，顽梗的后果是自我毁灭。然而，以色列民顽固拒绝神的呼召，执意行恶。这样的顽固不听，最终将导致他们远离了神的恩典和祝福。因此，我们要定意离开罪恶。
四、弃绝顽固背弃（v13-17）
以色列民的极大背叛，导致神的审判。神在这里警告以色列民，他们顽固背弃神的后果将是被分散，像东风吹散一样。神将不再以慈爱的面面对他们，而是以背对他们，这表明了祂对背逆行为的愤怒。我们要常常反省我们的生活中是否有顽固背弃神的地方。
五、弃绝蒙蔽无知（v18-23）
以色列民不仅拒绝神的警告，还策划陷害耶利米。这显示出罪恶达到极点时，人心的蒙蔽会变得何等可怕。耶利米最终请求神的公义临到。因此，我们要避免陷入自我蒙蔽和毁灭的陷阱。
总结：
神是陶匠，祂对我们的生命有主权，但祂也满有怜悯，愿意重新塑造悔改的人。因此，我们应谦卑顺服在神的塑造中，成为祂手中合用的器皿，走向祂为我们预备的荣耀命定。
Jeremiah 18: The Call to Reshape Life
GK611 Morning Devotion
18/09/2024
The Morning Devotion Speaker: Ps. Stella
Introduction:
God uses the analogy of a potter and clay to illustrate that He is the potter, and we are the clay in His hands. Even if we become broken like clay at some point in life, God still has the power to reshape us.
1.Acknowledging God’s Sovereignty (v1-6)
Through the analogy of the potter working with clay, God demonstrates His sovereignty over our lives. When a vessel is broken, the potter is willing to reshape it, symbolizing God’s willingness to reshape our lives if we repent. Are we humble enough to accept God’s shaping, acknowledge His sovereignty, and submit to His will?
2.Seizing the Opportunity to Turn Back (v7-10)
Rebellion leads to destruction, while repentance brings new hope. In this passage, God reveals that He is not eager to execute judgment, but instead offers everyone a chance to repent. When we walk in the wrong path, we must be willing to heed God’s warning and repent.
3.Resolving to Leave Sin Behind (v11-12)
God warns that the consequence of stubbornness is self-destruction. However, the people of Israel stubbornly rejected God’s call and continued in their evil ways. Their stubbornness eventually distanced them from God’s grace and blessings. Therefore, we must resolve to leave sin behind.
4.Rejecting Stubborn Rebellion (v13-17)
The people of Israel’s great betrayal led to God’s judgment. Here, God warns Israel that their stubborn rebellion will result in them being scattered like the wind. God will no longer turn His loving face toward them but will instead turn His back, signifying His anger at their rebellion. We must constantly reflect on whether we have areas of stubborn rebellion against God in our lives.
5.Rejecting Blind Ignorance (v18-23)
The people of Israel not only ignored God’s warnings but also plotted to harm Jeremiah. This shows, at its peak, how horrible can sin become. Ultimately, Jeremiah calls for God’s justice to prevail. Therefore, we must avoid falling into the trap of self-deception and destruction.
Conclusion:
God is the potter, and He has sovereignty over our lives. However, He is also full of mercy and is willing to reshape those who repent. Therefore, we should humbly submit to God’s shaping, becoming vessels fit for His use, and walk toward the glorious destiny He has prepared for us.