“But the Lord is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting king: at his wrath the earth shall tremble, and the nations shall not be able to abide his indignation.“
— Jeremiah 10:10 KJV
Reflection on Today's Verse
Okay, so here we go: this verse is like God flexing His credentials, right? It’s Jeremiah’s way of reminding everyone that, unlike all those lifeless idols people were so fond of making, God is alive. Not just alive, but living, as in active, breathing, doing things. You want a God who knows what’s going on, not one who’s stuck in statue mode, right? I mean, imagine praying to a hunk of wood and expecting it to answer. Yeah… not happening.
But it gets better—or scarier, depending on how you look at it. He’s not just the living God, He’s also the eternal King. This isn’t some temporary ruler who comes and goes with the political tides. God’s reign is forever. You can’t impeach Him. There’s no election cycle. He’s not worried about approval ratings. And when He’s angry? Oh boy, the earth itself trembles. Like, the actual ground. Picture that—earthquakes, thunderstorms, all that dramatic stuff. It’s not just metaphorical “I’m mad” vibes; the world literally responds to His mood swings.
Now, that last part—“the nations cannot endure his wrath”—sounds kind of intense, doesn’t it? Basically, Jeremiah’s telling us that no superpower, no empire, no global domination strategy can stand up to God’s justice. Nations may rise and fall, but when they get out of line, it’s God who’s running the cosmic correction office. Think of it as the ultimate “Don’t make me come down there!” moment.
So, what’s the takeaway here? First, that we don’t worship a passive God who sits back and lets things happen. Nope. He’s alive, active, and very much involved. Second, He’s eternal—no matter what, He’s not going anywhere. And third, yes, He’s patient (thankfully!), but let’s not push our luck. When He decides it’s time for action, nations better brace themselves.
All that said, while this verse might feel a bit like the tough-love side of God, there’s a comfort in knowing that the God we serve is real, not a myth, and that He’s in control—even when things seem chaotic. Plus, I’ll take trembling earth over a silent idol any day.
Personal Prayer
Lord, let me trust in Your eternal reign, knowing that You hold all things in Your hands and that no force—no nation, no trouble, no fear—can withstand Your power.
I pray for a heart that is always sensitive to Your will and humble enough to respond when You call me to action. Protect me from complacency, and keep me aware of the weight of Your righteousness. Even in Your righteous anger, Lord, help me find comfort in Your justice, knowing that You are always working for good.
Teach me to live each day in awe of Your power, but also in the peace of Your steadfast love.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.