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A New Heart: A Study in EzekielVoorbeeld

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What does it say?

Ezekiel lamented the coming destruction of the wealthy, prominent city of Tyre.

What does it mean?

A funeral dirge was customarily sung after someone passed away. Even though the city was still standing, God’s instruction to begin the dirge spoke to the certainty of Tyre’s destruction. Ezekiel’s lament compared the maritime city to a beautiful ship that would eventually sink, bringing grief to her people, merchants, and customers. This was a fitting comparison since their business partnerships provided jobs and income to many nations. But this proud city saw no need to give recognition to the Lord for her success.

How should I respond?

It’s not uncommon for people to pride themselves in fame, fortune, and power. Oftentimes, God’s provision and goodness aren’t acknowledged at all. How can you honor God in your successes? How might you have taken personal credit for something the Lord enabled you to do? A grateful, humble heart can bring everything into proper perspective. As you interact with others throughout the day, look for opportunities to mention how God is working in your life. Determine today to bring honor to Christ in everything you do (1 Corinthians 10:31).

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ESEGIËL 27:1-36

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An exile himself, Ezekiel prophesied to a people whose blindness and hard-heartedness had caused their own destruction. As the Lord’s glory leaves the temple (Ezekiel 10:1-3), we are reminded of the tragic consequences of Israel’s disobedience. Israel’s story, however, will not end in exile and judgment. Ezekiel prophesies of the day when God will cleanse his people of their sin, give them a new heart, and fill them with His Spirit (Ezekiel 36:25-27).

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