In the book of Jeremiah, God expresses Himself with some very strong language about our trust in Him, or lack thereof. He even uses the word “cursed” about whomever would turn away from Him and trust instead in other sources (17:5). On the other hand, His description of believers whose life flows out of trust in Him is dramatically beautiful:
“They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit” (Jer. 17:8).
Hmm. “No worries in a year of drought.” You know, it could be said that some parts of our world are in a time of drought right now, spiritually speaking. Spiritually, they are dry. They are withered. They are severely lacking vitality. What are your observations? How are things where you live? Are people flourishing in their relationships with God? How about on the national level?
No matter what is going on in the world around us, according to this Scripture, you and I can thrive. We can live with “no worries” and no fear of environmental conditions. How is this possible? Trust in Jesus connects us right into the life source. It’s like being a tree planted right next to a supply of water that runs unfailingly through every kind of season. Even if the land is in a spiritual draught, you and I don’t have to be. Holy Spirit living waters are available to nourish us continually.
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