Therefore, this is what the Sovereign Lord says: “Look! I am placing a foundation stone in Jerusalem. It is a precious cornerstone that is safe to build on. Whoever believes need never be shaken. Anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced. I will test you with the measuring line of justice and the plumb line of righteousness.

The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is a wonderful teacher, and he gives the farmer great wisdom.

Wash yourselves and be clean! Get your sins out of my sight. Give up your evil ways.17Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows.

Lord God my Father,

Help me to see your plan, protect me from deceit, cleanse me from my past and delight with me this day.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen