A New Heart: A Study in Ezekielគំរូ

What does it say?

The Sovereign Lord pronounced woe against both false prophets who prophesied peace and lying women who disheartened the righteous while encouraging the wicked.

What does it mean?

False prophets contradicted God’s coming judgment, as prophesied by Jeremiah and Ezekiel. Rather than confront Judah’s eroding morals, these men hid the evil, “whitewashing” the corruption and giving God’s people a false sense of security. Certain women also took advantage of people’s fears by selling charms and casting spells for good luck. Spiritual enemies were already walking freely in the streets of Jerusalem, slowly destroying them with lies. Seven times in this chapter, God called Himself “the Sovereign Lord,” and three times He said they would know, “I am the Lord.” The God of Israel is the Sovereign Lord of all eternity.

How should I respond?

When Scripture repeats something, we should pay particular attention. One day, the whole world will recognize Jesus as Sovereign Lord. Satan, however, is the master deceiver. He tries to convince us that we are okay just as we are, but ignoring or covering up spiritual deficiencies will not make them go away. What lies have you entertained about yourself or God because they make you feel comfortable? Anything that directly opposes Scripture is a lie. Rejecting Jesus or His teachings does not change who He is. How will your life demonstrate that He is the Sovereign Lord today?