Heralds Digest

“Thus says the LORD: “Execute judgment and righteousness, and deliver the plundered out of the hand of the oppressor. Do no wrong and do no violence to the stranger, the fatherless, or the widow, nor shed innocent blood in this place. For if you indeed do this thing, then shall enter the gates of this house, riding on horses and in chariots, accompanied by servants and people, kings who sit on the throne of David.” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭22:3-4‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/jer.22.3-4.nkjv Those whose pursuits in life are limited to sitting on the throne cannot readily notice the difference between a promised palace and a palace promise. While the focus of the former is the palace, the priority of the latter is the promise. A focus on the palace cares for the privileges, prestige, and the prosperity of the possessor within the palace, without possible consideration for people without the palace. Whereas, a focus on the promise is concerned about sustaining a cordial relationship with the pro...

“Weep not for the dead, nor bemoan him; Weep bitterly for him who goes away, For he shall return no more, Nor see his native country.” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭22:10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/jer.22.10.nkjv A call into a covenant relationship comes with significant level of commitment and responsibility, which many often seek to waive by equating sacred covenant with reversible contract. By virtue of the covenant relationship between God and king David, the responsibility of ruling with the fear of God and taking care of the fatherless, widows, and strangers become imperative for every occupant of the throne. Likewise, many are called and chosen to provide ministrations to people in life and ministry on the basis of covenant relationship and not necessarily by a mere contractual responsibility. That life's responsibilities can be overwhelming and unbearable is largely more than a possibility. Certainly, God wouldn't walk away from any covenant relationship with His children. He gives ...