Text: Jeremiah 8:13-22.
As a true prophet, Jeremiah does not rejoice as his prophecies came to pass.
Instead, he feels for the people that have refused to repent (vv. 18-19). In fact, he saw seasons in and seasons out yet he did not see the relief of his people (vv. 20-21). The region was known for perfumes and especially, the healing balm for treating wounds; yet, he realises that this balm could not heal the sickness of his people (v. 22).
The sickness of sin is only healed by Jesus Christ when you receive and believe in Him by faith alone (John 1:12).
Meditate on verse 22. What is God teaching you in this verse?
Heavenly Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, I beseech You to heal us of the sickness of prevalence of evil in our land; and gift us with knowledge of You and Your Holy will; and impart Your wisdom in us to receive You as our everlasting King. Amen.