Scripture Union Daily Guide 16 February 2026: Today’s Devotional Reading and Reflection – Monday
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TOPIC: Jeremiah’s Letter To The Exiles In Babylon
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SCRIPTURE READING
Jeremiah 29:1-14
29 Now these are the words of the letter that Jeremiah the prophet sent from Jerusalem unto the residue of the elders which were carried away captives, and to the priests, and to the prophets, and to all the people whom Nebuchadnezzar had carried away captive from Jerusalem to Babylon;
2 (After that Jeconiah the king, and the queen, and the eunuchs, the princes of Judah and Jerusalem, and the carpenters, and the smiths, were departed from Jerusalem;)
3 By the hand of Elasah the son of Shaphan, and Gemariah the son of Hilkiah, (whom Zedekiah king of Judah sent unto Babylon to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon) saying,
4 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel, unto all that are carried away captives, whom I have caused to be carried away from Jerusalem unto Babylon;
5 Build ye houses, and dwell in them; and plant gardens, and eat the fruit of them;
6 Take ye wives, and beget sons and daughters; and take wives for your sons, and give your daughters to husbands, that they may bear sons and daughters; that ye may be increased there, and not diminished.
7 And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the Lord for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace.
8 For thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Let not your prophets and your diviners, that be in the midst of you, deceive you, neither hearken to your dreams which ye cause to be dreamed.
9 For they prophesy falsely unto you in my name: I have not sent them, saith the Lord.
10 For thus saith the Lord, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place.
11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
12 Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you.
13 And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.
14 And I will be found of you, saith the Lord: and I will turn away your captivity, and I will gather you from all the nations, and from all the places whither I have driven you, saith the Lord; and I will bring you again into the place whence I caused you to be carried away captive.
QUESTIONS FOR MEDITATION
►Q1: What does the passage teach about God the Father, or God the Son or God the Holy Spirit?
►Q3: Is there any command for me to obey? ►Q4: Is there any promise for me to believe or hope for?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 16 February 2026 | OUTLINE
Notice the calibre of people that were exiled (Jeremiah 29:1-2). It gives us a picture of the state and emotions of the people. How does this help us to understand God’s judgment? (See Romans 2:11). Note, through whom this letter was sent, perhaps for security and its safe delivery (Jeremiah 29:3). God expressed His plans for the exiles in the letter. Identify in Jeremiah 29:4-7, those things He wants them to be doing in the land of their captivity. This proves that God is always mindful of His people even when we fall into sin. His mercies reach us (see Isaiah 49:15-16).
Read Jeremiah 29:8-9.and note God’s warning there. These false prophets, false dreamers and diviners are among the captives and are capable of turning them against God’s plan. In addition, God raises their hope by pronouncing the number of years they are to spend in captivity. Sure, there is an end to the suffering of any who hopes in the Lord (Jeremiah 29:10a). The challenge is not forever (Psalms 30:5,11-12). Note the beautiful promises of God to the exiles (Jeremiah 29:10b-14). The same applies to us today. God has beautiful plans laid out for each of His children.
And So
He has promised He will never fail, I will follow Him…. His faithfulness is forever sure….
Insight
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Father, help me to follow you always and obey your instructions
Prayer of Faith
Offer a prayer of faith in line with 2 Timothy 4:18
One Year Bible Reading Plan
Leviticus 11-13
Prayer Bulletin – Mon 16 February, 2026
PRAYER FOCUS
ADVISORY COMMITTEES’ BOARDS’ MEETINGS OF DEPARTMENTS (ONLINE)
“That is why we always pray for you, We ask our God to make you worthy of the life he has called you to live. 2Tim.1:11
THANK GOD FOR:
PRAY FOR:
•Them to be divinely guided as they deliberate over the progress of the work in each of the departments.
•The Board Chairmen and the HODs; for greater understanding and unity to move the work forward.
•Favourable and stable network, for them to enjoy the meeting and get the best out of it.
Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God.(Scripture Union Daily Guide 16 February 2026)
