JEREMIAH 31:16–26
Qu Yuan, a wise Chinese government official during the Warring States period (475-246 BC), warned his king about a potential threat, leading to his exile. He ended his life when he learnt of his country’s fall.
Qu Yuan’s life resembles some aspects of the life of the prophet Jeremiah, but Jeremiah found hope in adversity.
What is the difference? Jeremiah knew the Lord, who provides the only real hope.
All of us encounter circumstances that have the potential to depress us at some point. It may be a broken family, an unexpected job loss, or a poor medical report. God is on the throne, so even when life knocks us down, we can still gaze up! He keeps us near His heart and keeps our days in His hands.
🙏 May the Lord Jesus fill you up with hope and give you a tangible reminder today that things will turn out right for you.
📸: John Towner
