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Lamentations 1:7-11. Jerusalem remembers… all the precious things that were hers. (v. 7)

Throughout the Bible, God demands that His people embrace regret.

The first active step toward true faith is repentance, but the first step of repentance is regret- looking back, recognizing deviation from God’s will, and returning to God’s way. Lamentations captures Israel’s worst regret.

They had been God’s beloved, with all the associated benefits and blessings. Now, because of folly and failure, they were bereft.

But God would use this moment of regret to reorient His people to Himself and an even better future with Him.

When facing regret, two things are important.

First, loss is an inescapable part of life in this world.

Second, God’s redeeming love is more powerful than our losses, mistakes, and even sin.

God’s claim on us through Jesus cannot be lost or broken.

He promises a future so great that our worst suffering will pale in comparison.

He redeems even our regret, using it to refocus our attention on Him and whet our appetites for His better future.

As God’s beloved in Christ, let go of the past, learn from your mistakes, and look forward to a perfect eternity with Him.

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Compassion

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Cultivating compassion is a wonderful practice that can bring about positive changes in your life and the lives of others. Here are some steps you can take to cultivate compassion:

Self-Reflection: Start by reflecting on your own thoughts, actions, and emotions. Notice any areas where you may be lacking compassion towards yourself or others. This self-awareness is the first step towards cultivating compassion.

Practice Empathy: Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. Put yourself in someone else’s shoes and try to imagine their experiences, emotions, and struggles. This can help you develop a deeper sense of connection and understanding.

Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation: Loving-kindness meditation involves directing well-wishes and positive intentions towards yourself and others. Set aside a few minutes each day to sit quietly, focus on your breath, and repeat phrases such as “May I be happy, may I be healthy, may I be safe.” Gradually expand these well-wishes to include loved ones, acquaintances, and even those you find challenging.

Cultivate Mindfulness: Mindfulness involves being fully present and aware of the present moment without judgment. Practice being mindful in your daily interactions and engagements. This can help you become more attuned to the needs and emotions of others.

Practice Acts of Kindness: Engage in acts of kindness towards others, whether it’s through simple gestures like holding the door or offering a helping hand. These acts not only benefit others but also cultivate a sense of compassion within yourself.

Seek Understanding: Make an effort to learn about different perspectives, cultures, and experiences. This can help broaden your understanding and empathy towards others.

Practice Self-Compassion: Compassion starts with oneself. Be kind to yourself, acknowledge your own suffering, and treat yourself with the same level of understanding and care that you would extend to others.

Remember, cultivating compassion is an ongoing practice. Be patient with yourself and allow it to develop naturally over time.

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Jerusalem

Lamentations 1:7-11. Jerusalem remembers… all the precious things that were hers. (v. 7)

Lamentations 1:7-11 is a passage from the book of Lamentations in the Bible, which describes the lament and mourning over the destruction of Jerusalem.

In these verses, Jerusalem is personified and portrayed as remembering all the precious things that were once hers. The city recalls the days of her glory and how she was once prosperous in possessions.

This passage highlights the deep sorrow and grief felt by the people of Jerusalem as they reflect on their former state of abundance, which has now been taken away due to the destruction and exile they have experienced.

It serves as a lament and a reminder of the loss and devastation that has befallen the city.

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“You shall be witnesses to Me.” Ac 1:8 NKJV

Coach Vince Lombardi led the Green Bay Packers football team to victory after victory. But one day, they lost to a team they should have easily defeated. So, Lombardi gathered his team together. He put his hand into a bag and brought out a football. With his inimitable smile, he told them, “Gentlemen, this is a football!” In other words, it was time to get back to basics.

Jesus is “the captain of [our] salvation” (Heb 2v10). And before He went back to heaven, He gave us the game plan: “You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth” (Ac 1:8 NKJV). And since a person’s last words are some of their most important ones, it leads us to ask this: Who was Jesus talking to? You! “You shall…be witnesses to Me.”

There are people around today who will never go to church. Their only chance of hearing the gospel is through you; through what your lips declare and your life demonstrates. What is this “power” Jesus spoke of? The Greek word for “power” is dynamos, from which we get the word dynamite. Dynamite is an explosive force, which when properly harnessed can remove any obstacle that stands in the way of progress.

You say, “I have never been to seminary, and I don’t feel qualified to share the gospel!” God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called by filling them with His Spirit and using them to reach a hurting world. Today you have been called to do that.

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“We know that all things work together for good to those who love God.” Ro 8v28 NKJV

This is one of the most often quoted and comforting Scriptures in the Bible: “We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (v. 28 NKJV). This verse is to believers; to redeemed children of God who love the Lord and walk according to His purposes and operate according to scriptural principles. Interestingly, the Bible translates our English word “know” from a Greek word meaning we know “intuitively.” Something within us says, “I don’t understand it and can’t explain it, but I know that God is at work and something good will come out of it.”

Note the words “things work together.” Would you enjoy eating baking soda? Or flour? No. But when you put them together, add some eggs and sugar, mix them up, and place them in the oven, they come out as something “good.” When the Bible says, “All things,” it includes things that are painful, unfair, and difficult.

The path to the throne of Egypt led Joseph through betrayal, slander, false imprisonment, and disappointment. But looking back, he could say, “But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day” (Ge 50:20 NKJV).

In ways you cannot see or understand right now, what you are going through is working for your good. Do you love God? Do you believe that He has a plan and purpose for your life? Are you endeavoring to please Him? Then trust Him to work “all things” out for your good.

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