In Jeremiah 12-14, God pronounces judgment on his people. In Jeremiah 13:1-14, God uses two illustrations to drive this point home (A linen belt and wineskins). Jeremiah cannot understand why the wicked prosper (12:1-4). However, I am sure God's answer brought comfort to Jeremiah (12:5-17). Even before Jeremiah questioned God, he demonstrated humility in his complaint by stating that God was "righteous" (12:1). Part of God's reply to Jeremiah's questioning included the fact that Israel's spiritual leaders were leading others astray (12:10, 14:14-15). One thing we can learn from this passage is that it is ok to question God. Have you asked God, a "why" question lately? What was your attitude like when you asked him? It is important to have an attitude like Jeremiah's and know that God is righteous before you ask him "why".
Because God has given us a "spirit of power, of love, and of self discipline" (2 Tim. 1:7), we should be able to testify and suffer for him (2 Tim. 1:8). We suffer for the sake of the gospel (1:11-12) and have nothing to be ashamed of (1:12). Have you shared Christ recently (at home, school, or work), and suffered for it? Read Matthew 5:11-12!
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