She listens to no voice;
she accepts no correction.
She does not trust in the LORD;
she does not draw near to her God.
Zephaniah 3:2
The prophet points out four aspects of Jerusalem’s rebellion for which God was bringing His judgment. They are marks of impending judgment even today for those who reject God.
1. Refusal to take any direction. The people would not listen to (follow) the voice (Word) of God.
2. Unwilling to be corrected. They were set in wrong ways and refused to accept any course correction despite repeated warnings and loving calls to repent.
3. Lack of trust in God. Faith was placed in the nations around them (culture). Trust was placed in false worship (idols).
4. Incapable of the worship of God. Trusting in other things rejects God and the heart will then recoil at the thought of submission to Him.
Lord,
Give me a soft heart to seek Your direction, hear Your Word, obey correction, trust in You, and truly worship You alone!
Amen
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