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I have come to know that not all places have the same return policy. It depends on the size of the business and even the country you are in. In the United States, I have heard of people buying a Christmas tree and then once it is yellow going back to return it. No judgment here, it’s technically valid per the return policy. A friend of mine who lived most of his life here in the USA moved to Costa Rica and bought a house. He was remodeling so he bought materials, tools, and paint. Once he finished he had an extra unopened can of paint and went back into the store with the receipt asking for his money back. He got into a huge fight because they wouldn’t give him his money back. In the end, he went home mad and with the extra can of paint. Few places in Costa Rica have a return policy, but it is not the norm. The norm is that once you buy it, it is yours. 

The story of Jeremiah is one of distress. Jeremiah is called to preach to Israel to return to their God and stay away from idolatry. For 40 years he preaches and sees no success in the ministry God had called him to. Not everything that shines is God-ordained. Let’s be honest, we probably would’ve given up. Despite Israel’s rebellion and lack of conviction to turn back from their evil ways God remains faithful. 

Here’s the thing…God’s return policy is for life. In the Kingdom of God, returning is always an option. God leaves the door open and you can return. It doesn’t matter how many times you have turned your back on Him, or for how long, he continues to say “come back.” Maybe you think you’re too far gone, remember that Jeremiah preached for 40 years and Israel didn’t return, yet God never turned His back on His people. God is still calling you to return. As long as you are alive God’s grace is enough. His love for you is unconditional.

Prayer

HONOR GOD

John‬ ‭3:16‬ ‭NIV‬‬
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

‭‭God has given us new life in Christ. Take a moment and thank Him for this incredible gift!

ASK GOD

John‬ ‭3:21‬ ‭NIV
But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.

Living by truth brings light and sight. Ask God to give you a heart for His truth. What do you need to confess to Him? Where do you need His help?

SUBMIT TO GOD

‏John‬ ‭3:18‬ ‭NIV‬‬
Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son.

Submit your heart to God today and live free of condemnation!

CLOSING PRAYER

Lord, you are gracious. You’ve given me life. You’ve redeemed my soul, and given me power through the Holy Spirit. Help me to live like you today. In Jesus Name, Amen!