Son, this generation does not acknowledge Me or remember the mighty things I have done. They abandoned Me, when they started to worship the gods of the people around them. They refuse to give up their evil practices and stubborn ways. They show contempt for My name and say, “It’s too hard to serve the Lord.” They make their living by extortion, and put their hope in taking what does not belong to them.
So tell them that I am bringing curses down against them. I will curse even the blessings they received in the past because they have not taken My warning to heart. Since they have dishonored My name by their actions, they will live their lives in great distress. Their country will be known as “The Land of Wickedness.”
What do I want? GODLY CHILDREN!! So guard your heart; remain loyal to the wife of your youth. If your wealth increases, don’t make it the center of your life. Make up your minds to honor My name. Pass on My truth you have received from Me to your children. Do not lie or cheat; but show your children that you walk with Me. Live such good and righteous lives that your children will see how blessed you are; that you have turned away from the sins of this generation.
Lord, my victory and honor come from You alone. I must listen carefully to everything You tell me. My prayer is that people will know that I am just an ordinary man with no special training in Your Word, but that I have been with You.