Jeremiah 36:3 Perhaps when the people of Judah hear about every disaster I plan to inflict on them, each of them will turn from his wicked way; then I will forgive their wickedness and their sin

God had spoken to Jeremiah and given him a word for the king of Judah. When the scroll was read, however, the king cut it into pieces and burned it in a brazier.

God sent the message to the king again. But the king was so worried with his problems he misinterpreted the message to be a threat. He imprisoned the prophet and continued to ignore the sacred word.

The king missed the point of God’s communication. God did not want to condemn Judah. The Lord wanted to save them!

Listen friends times hasn’t changed much many people still see God’s Word as threats from a restrictive, vindictive, mean-spirited deity who only wishes to control and dominate them.

But that is not the case! In the Bible, God gives clear and wonderful directions that will lead to freedom, joy, health, and happiness. When applied, the teachings of God’s Word will bring every blessing to those who respect and follow it.

Challenge for Today: Ask the Holy Spirit to help you understand God’s word, because the misinterpreted Word of God is ineffective in your life.