Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Jeremiah 26:8-15
by: Steve Osborn.
Jeremiah spoke a difficult message in a difficult context because God was calling His people to change their ways and their behavior (v.13). He took a big risking in delivering this message because the leaders had it in their power to put him to death. Because our God is a god of justice, we are called to be messengers of justice in the world. It may not always be an easy message to deliver; we may take risks when we speak out against injustices that we observe. But God’s heart breaks for the oppressed. When we speak out against injustice, we are speaking on His behalf. Not only do we give others a chance to recognize the error of their ways, but we may make a real difference for one who is suffering from the injustice.