Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Jeremiah 1:11-19
by: Kristin Camenga.
Jeremiah was not given a message that would make him popular. He received death threats (Jeremiah 11:21) and was beaten and put in the stocks for his preaching (Jeremiah 20:1-2). So, God warned Jeremiah: “Get yourself ready!” (v.17). God admonished Jeremiah to overcome his terror, stand up, and preach anything God had commanded. In return, God would make Jeremiah strong to stand up against persecution and be present with him—the people would not overcome Jeremiah. Have you prepared for the tasks God has called you to by growing in awareness of His presence and seeking Your strength in God?