The word "pit" is used six times in Ezekiel chapter 32. A thirty-two verse "funeral dirge" pronounced by God on the wicked nation of Egypt. But first, verses 1-6 are astounding on their own. God compares Egypt to a "young lion" (fierce and … [Continue reading]
THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL, CHAPTER 31, LEARNING FROM HISTORY
Ezekiel chapter 31 is both a History Lesson and a superb Metaphor, both created then interpreted by our Almighty God. Egypt (the chapter's focus) is again being warned about coming judgment. Here's the reasoning of the chapter in a few words: … [Continue reading]
THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL, CHAPTER 30, “QUOTES!”
I made a little booklet once, calling it a compilation of "Pauline-isms!" Quaint sayings, unusual phrases or clauses, from the mouth of the greatest statesman Christianity has ever had, since Jesus anyway. I am tempted to try the same approach to … [Continue reading]
THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL, CHAPTER 29, VERSES 17-21
I particularly enjoy the Lessons that give me the leisure of discussing a few verses, rather than many! Although I delight in the "chapter surveys" as well. And since Ezekiel preaches a total of seven sermons against Egypt, we're going to slow down a … [Continue reading]
THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL, CHAPTER 29, VERSES 1-16
Ezekiel now shifts his emphasis from Tyre and Zion, Phoenician Cities (who were destroyed by king Nebuchadnezzar because of their sins) to the vast land of Egypt. One of the two world powers of the Prophet's day, the other being Babylon. Ezekiel … [Continue reading]
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