Jeremiah 48, 1 Corinthians 7

God condemns Moab for their attitude and actions. They trusted in their works and treasures, famous for their pride and arrogance, magnifying themselves against God and trusting in their idol Chemosh.  Despite being descended from Lot, and God saying “I cry out for all Moab”, they were judged because of their actions. A reminder for us that salvation is not based on family or opportunity to serve God, but rather our own individual attitude and actions.

Paul reminds us that we are “bought with a price”, and that our objective is, as much as possible, to live a life of “undivided devotion to the Lord.” Although spouse, family, neighbours and friends are important, we belong to God and as such He must come first in our life.