October 13

In Jeremiah 35, the Rechabites stand out as an example of obedience. They refused to drink wine because of the command of their ancestor, and God used their faithfulness as a contrast to Judah’s disobedience to His Word. Jeremiah 36–38 then paints the stark picture of Judah’s leaders rejecting God’s warnings, tearing up Jeremiah’s scroll, and persecuting him for proclaiming truth. Despite opposition, Jeremiah continued to speak God’s Word faithfully.

In 1 Peter 2, believers are called a chosen people, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation—set apart to declare the praises of God. We are also urged to live such good lives among others that even if we are opposed or slandered, our conduct points people toward God. Peter reminds us to follow in the footsteps of Christ, who endured suffering without retaliation, entrusting Himself to the Father.

Together, these passages highlight the importance of living faithfully in a world that may not always welcome God’s truth. The Rechabites model obedience, Jeremiah shows courage in suffering for God’s Word, and Peter calls us to be living witnesses of Christ’s light. Our faithfulness—both in word and action—becomes a testimony that glorifies God.

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