Some “through the bible” thoughts from Jeremiah 18.
“O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter has done? declares the Lord. Behold, like the clay in the potter’s hand, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel.” (Jeremiah 18:6)
This is a classic object lesson from the prophet. Every time I read about the potter and the clay, that is, God and his people, he gives me new insights.
This time around it occurred to me that when the shape of the clay isn’t what the potter wanted, he doesn’t toss it out. He mushes it down and starts over. He keeps working with the clay, reshaping it again and again, until it becomes what he intended.
Since I’m far from perfect, on any given day, I can assume that God is still working on me. Today’s appointments, routine chores, chance encounters, disappointments, unexpected blessings, songs on the radio, dog walks, meals prepared, and naps taken are all part of daily formation.
Jeremiah reminds me to ask, “What did I learn today? Who taught me something new? How was I challenged?” It’s all part of the process.
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