Scripture Union Daily Guide 12th May 2026 – The Consequences of Disobedience
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 12 May 2026 (Tuesday)
Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide Devotional today. As you read, study and meditate, may the Lord Almighty reveal His essence to you in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
Scripture Union Daily Guide 12th May 2026 Today’s Devotional
TOPIC: THE CONSEQUENCES OF DISOBEDIENCE
Opening Prayer
Plant my steps in the sure promises of your word today, dear Lord.
Bible Text
Jeremiah 52:1-16
Meditation Question
►Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
►Q5: Is there any warning for me to heed?
►Q8: Is there any other Biblical passage that can help me understand this passage better?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 12th May 2026 – Outline
Why did Jerusalem fall to the Babylonians (Jeremiah 52:1-3)? Zedekiah’s reign ended in disaster because of his rebellion against God. Like many of the Kings of Judah before him, he failed to encourage and maintain the faithful worship of God. He also chose to rebel against the authority of Nebuchadnezzar, who made him king of Jerusalem (Jeremiah 37:1).
Disobedience and rebellion against God and constituted authorities always lead to very tragic ends. As believers, one way we can demonstrate our obedience to God is through our obedience to constituted authorities (Romans 13:1-2; cf. Deuteronomy 30:19-20).
Read Jeremiah 52:4-6 again and try to imagine what life was like in Jerusalem for the period (eighteen months) when the city was under siege. A city that was once a symbol of God’s presence was surrounded and besieged by enemies, and they were helpless. This is a serious warning for us about the danger of turning away from God. Go through Jeremiah 52:7-16 again and observe other consequences of Judah’s disobedience and the tragic aftermath of the fall of Jerusalem. What can we learn from this for our relationship with God?
Insight
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
For Further Study
For more details on the tragic end of Jerusalem, check 2 Kings 24-25, 2 Chronicles 36:11-21, and Jeremiah 39:1-10.
Closing Prayer
Lord Jesus, I confess that my human nature always wants to be rebellious against your word. Please give me the grace to obey you, even when it seems difficult to do so.
Prayer of Faith
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Psalms 37:4
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Psalms 65-67, Psalms 69-70
