And We Love It This Way

"A horrible and shocking thing has happened in the land: The prophets prophecy lies and priests rule by their own authority, and my people love it this way." -- Jeremiah 5:30-31

God is speaking about his people, not a pagan nation. I think this is true for us today, as well. We do love sin -- false teaching that tickles our ears, rather than sound instruction and obedience to plain commands and principles in Scripture. And we have honored many "spiritual" leaders who operate from their own authority.

We need transformed hearts not to love this sin. Lord, save us and our children!