WEEKLY DEVOTIONALS

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Merciful Restoration • Ezekiel 28:24-26

In Ezekiel 25–28, Ezekiel’s focus shifts to the sins of the nations surrounding Israel. It almost seems like an interruption in the book’s theme until you read 28:24–26, and you realize that these nations were bitter enemies of Israel. God’s word to Israel is that while they are out in captivity, God will be clearing out the land of anyone who would oppose them. They would be coming back to their own lands, safe and secure from outside threats. They would have freedom to prosper again under God. Even in judgment, God is full of merciful love.
Christopher Rodríguez, Singles’ Pastor