diff --git a/content/bible_journal/ezekiel_36:1-15.md b/content/bible_journal/ezekiel_36:1-15.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..971b071 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/bible_journal/ezekiel_36:1-15.md @@ -0,0 +1,32 @@ ++++ +title = "Ezekiel 36:1–15" +date = "2023-06-15" ++++ + +### [Read the passage.](https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Ezekiel36.1-15) + +The prophecy against Mount Seir is followed by a prophecy to the land of Israel. +The Lord summarizes the situation that has unfolded, specifically that Edom has +rejoiced over the downfall of their neighbor and has made attempts to take over +the land that was promised to God's people Israel. While the Israelites brought +judgement upon themselves through their wicked ways, Edom and the other nations +are overstepping in their response to God's judgement on Israel. The Lord is +still jealous for His people and will not let them be utterly destroyed, nor +will His promises go unfulfilled. + +Indeed, the Lord gives hope to the land because it will again be worked by His +people Israel so that it brings forth the abundance that it once had. It will +not remain empty and desolate forever, but "soon" the people of the land will +return. (_v. 8_) The population will multiply, both man and beast, and the +cities will be rebuilt. The land will do more good for its people than it had in +the previously good times. + +All of this the Lord says He will do so that the land's reputation will not +be as one that is cursed. The nations were starting to think that the land was +evil, causing misfortune on those that inhabit it. But the Lord makes it obvious +that this is not the case. This brings the focus back on Him, because He is the +One who judged Israel in the first place, and He is the One who restores them. + +* * * + +You are merciful and care for Your children.