Scripture Union Daily Guide 16th April 2026 – Hypocrites, do not go down to Egypt
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 16 April 2026 (Thursday)
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 16th April 2026 – Today’s Devotional
Topic: Hypocrites, do not go down to Egypt
Opening Prayer
My dear heavenly Father, as I study your word, let it be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
Bible Text
Jeremiah 42:1-22
Meditation Question
â–ºQ2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
â–ºQ5: Is there any warning for me to heed?
â–ºQ7: What truth is God revealing to me in this passage?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 16th April 2026 Oultine
The people of Judah were confused about where they should go. Notice what they did (Jeremiah 42:1-3). They did not want to stay in Judah, because of insecurity. They wanted to escape to Egypt, which seemed stable and secure (Jeremiah 42:13), They already made up their mind what they want to do before asking Jeremiah to seek God’s face on their behalf (Jeremiah 42:5-6,19-22) which is total hypocricy. As we seek God’s face in any situation facing us as individuals, families or as a nation, we must note the following:
1. When confused about the best choice to make from among several others, we should seek God’s guidance in prayer. We must do so with an open mind.
2. We should be willing to obey God’s directives in answer to our prayer, whether favourable or otherwise (Jeremiah 42:5-6). Praying and knowing God’s will concerning a matter is useless if we do not follow what God says (John 13:17).
3. We should learn to wait patiently for answers to our prayers ( Jeremiah 42:7).
4. God’s answers to our prayers may at times differ from or better than our expectations (Jeremiah 42:8-18).
5) God always answers the prayers of His Children by saying yes, no, or wait. Let’s learn to listen.
Insight
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me to always seek your will concerning my life. Grant me grace to do what you direct in answer to my prayers.
Prayer of Faith
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Romans 8:28
One Year Bible Reading Plan: Psalms 56; 120; 140-142
