Bible Chapter: Ezekiel 19 & 20

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
It is interesting, but here we find a funeral song for the princes of Israel.  They had so much potential and would be so strong, but they failed to live in obedience and do what God wanted them to do.  As a result, they lost out.  As a result, a funeral song.
God gave some stern warnings to the people.  He said to them that they must get rid of the vile images they were so obsessed with.  They were warned to not defile themselves with the idols of Egypt.  I often wonder about those who are drawn to everything evil.  Sadly, they rebelled against God and would not listen. They did not get rid of the vile images or forsake the idols of Egypt.  God gave them reminders that He had set them apart from the world to be holy.  But the people rebelled and refused to obey God’s commands in the wilderness. They wouldn’t obey even though obedience would have given them life.
One of the failures of God’s people down through the generations is the desire to be like the nations.  They seem to think that being like the heathen all around them is better.  That is never better. God’s ways are always best.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
Remember that God is eternal.  His perspective is eternal.  He is not limited to the short space of time we have here living on this earth.  God said he will judge us and every generation.  He  will examine each one carefully and hold us to the terms of His Word.  He will purge all who rebel and revolt against Him.  Then people will know that He is the Lord.  For all who mock and scoff at God today, there will come a time when their eyes are opened and they are judged.  Then they won’t doubt any more.  It is vital to keep this in mind daily.

3.  How can I help someone?
God really has your best interest at heart.  Listen to what He has proclaimed in His Word.