Jeremiah 3:22 “My wayward children,” says the Lord, “come back to me, and I will heal your wayward hearts.”
Israel and Judah have both abandoned the Lord and have worshipped false gods such as Baal. God has sent Jeremiah, now known as the “weeping prophet” to warn them of their sins and the destruction awaiting them if they do not repent and turn back to the Lord. Jeremiah speaks God’s words to the people, and they are harsh! God calls his people prostitutes and adulterers. The Lord has felt betrayed by his people and his anger shows in the opening chapters of Jeremiah. Yet, here in chapter three, we see the Lord, begging and pleading for his people to come back to him. He tells them that even now, it’s not too late. They can still turn from their sins and return to him and he will heal their broken hearts.
These words were written to the people of Israel and Judah 2500 years ago. They contained a specific warning and message for them at that time. Yet the message still rings true for us today. These words were not specifically written to us, but rather for us. If we are willing to turn from our sins and our false gods, God is faithful and will take us back and heal our wayward hearts. It’s never too late with Jesus. Our sins are never too big for Jesus. Our betrayal is never too painful or too much for Jesus. Let me say again, it’s never too late, they’re never too big, and it’s never too much for Jesus! Today I need to face my betrayal and my sin and turn my heart back towards my Jesus. He is faithful and will forgive me and heal my wayward heart!
Dear Jesus, thank you for never giving up on me. Please heal my wayward heart today. Amen.
