Thru the Bible in a Year When I open Ezekiel 37 and 38, I feel as though I am stepping into both a valley of despair and a vision of eternal triumph. These chapters carry us into the heart of Israel’s story, where despair over exile meets God’s promise of restoration, and where the shadowsContinue reading “From Dry Bones to Living Hope”
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The Shepherd and the Sword
In Ezekiel 34–36, themes of judgment, promise, and restoration emerge as God rebukes false leaders, condemns Edom’s hostility, and proclaims Israel’s glorious renewal. Despite past failures, His love assures that those who trust in the Good Shepherd will be restored. God’s justice is certain while His mercy brings hope.
When Pride Meets the Storm
Ezekiel 27 and 28 depict the rise and fall of Tyre, a once-prosperous city that succumbed to pride, leading to its moral and spiritual collapse. Its ruler, embodying arrogance, mirrors the fall of Satan. In contrast, Israel’s promise of restoration highlights God’s mercy and the importance of humility over pride.