The Israelites were taken captive in the city of Babylon, their enemy.

The people of Israel...
They were taken captive in the city of Babylon, their enemy... 😰
...But... even as captives... do not despair, do not harbor resentment, but pray for the blessing of that city 🛐...
...The Lord says to the people of Israel.
...Hate and curse your enemy accomplishes nothing.
The Lord's love is a great love that blesses even your enemies!

'Seek prosperity for that city and pray to the Lord for it, for its prosperity will be your prosperity.'
...Even if you lose your country, wherever you are...
It is important to hold onto God's promises and live with hope!
...I think many of you live in different regions than where I live.
...Our nationality is... Heaven, but
if each of us lives in our own city and prays for its prosperity,
He will return that prosperity to you!

…Where do you live? 🤔❓️
It might not be your hometown, but…
May you be able to pray for your town this morning as well 🙏

Shalom 😄

This page archives a Morning Word message shared by Pastor Peter Sunagawa on LINE. The English prose is a translation of the Japanese source message. For Scripture wording, use the BSB link above.