One can remain confident in the promises the Lord gave to the prophets and writers whose works we find in the Bible. These forecasts proved true over and over, establishing a record hard to ignore.

The Lord promised a wonderful life for the Jewish nation as long as they remained faithful to him. But wrath stood ready if they violated the holy contract. The Lord vowed that conquerers, disease, and famine would all make an appearance.

The Lord reminded the people that in a hopeless future even a little wouldn’t be enough—You will eat, but you will not be satisfied.

Over the years the Israelites first drifted from the Lord, then motored away. They rejected one law after another, going so far as to sacrifice live babies on the alters of demonic gods. The result? Conquerers, disease and famine. They ate but were never satisfied.

Not every promise found in the Scriptures has yet come to fruition. The return of Jesus waits for the right time. But don’t doubt it. Enjoy the uplifting promises of the Lord, and pay attention to his harsh assurances as well.

This passage points to one promise we should take to heart. A guarantee that has unfortunately proven true over and over—reject the Lord and you’ll never find satisfaction.

Leviticus 26 in Through the Bible in 2024

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