Jeremiah 31:12
12 They shall come and sing aloud on the height of Zion, and they shall be radiant over the goodness of the Lord, over the grain, the wine, and the oil, and over the young of the flock and the herd; their life shall be like a watered garden, and they shall languish no more.
We don’t really know what it’s like to have the grain, oil, and wine truly be seasonal. Our grocery stores are full year round. We do understand that word ‘languish’ though. We know what it is to have bread, strong drink, and medicine yet not be satisfied.
God’s presence brings to His people not merely the stuff needed for a good life, but the power to enjoy it. The verse starts with a song and ends with this picture of the people like a watered garden. They are singing with joy like the trumpet bell of a lily, or the shy grace of a rose. Spend today seeking the Lord and walking in His paths with your eyes firmly on this good reward.
Prayer prompt: Lord, I trust You to bring me Home. How can I bring others to You today?