Ezekiel 8 & 9
Inspired thots
There are certain sins that are abominable to the Lord which anger Him to pronounce judgment on His people.
1) Idol worship
God is a jealous God who wants us to worship Him alone for He is our Creator and Lover of our souls. He is angered by idol worship even from His most trusted and appointed priests. People chose to seek their solace apart from God and cause their own destruction.
2) Sun worship
People worship the image rather than the creator; they are worshiping the WRONG 'sun'... it is the SON of God who deserves all worship.
3) Fertility god
Again the people forgot their Creator who opens the womb; they choose to appeal to Tammuz a fertility god than God himself who gives life.
But the RIGHTEOUS shall be saved.
A daily time out with the Lord Jesus, to hear Him speak to ME. I am asking the Lord to share HIS thoughts with ME, to teach me more about Himself, and how I can be drawn closer to Him... for 'His thoughts are not my thoughts and neither are His ways my ways' Isaiah 55:8,9. This blog is not a theological exegesis. This blog is to record down the INSIGHTS & INSPIRATIONS of God's Word to me; speaking LIFE into my life for Abundant life! :)
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Know the Lord
Ezekiel 6 & 7
Inspired thots
Disasters come upon those who are disobedient to God so that they will know that HE is the Lord!
It is important to make Christ PRE-EMINENT in our lives to enjoy His blessings instead of Judgment.
Why choose pain and suffering for eternity when Christ reveals the best through Him to our loving Heavenly Father?
Inspired thots
Disasters come upon those who are disobedient to God so that they will know that HE is the Lord!
It is important to make Christ PRE-EMINENT in our lives to enjoy His blessings instead of Judgment.
Why choose pain and suffering for eternity when Christ reveals the best through Him to our loving Heavenly Father?
Friday, October 11, 2013
A Harsh Judgment
Ezekiel 5
Inspired thots
When disobedience continues through stubborn will, only harsh judgments from God will come about; if one does not repent after warnings from the Lord, there is no more mercy and hope but severe judgment.
How sad that one does not see and note the severity of their sin and stubborn nature but insists on enjoying the things of the world for this time alone?
The Lord speaks out His judgment on His disobedient and rebellious people through anger and disappointment. The sin of the people is so alarming that even God gives up on them...
Inspired thots
When disobedience continues through stubborn will, only harsh judgments from God will come about; if one does not repent after warnings from the Lord, there is no more mercy and hope but severe judgment.
How sad that one does not see and note the severity of their sin and stubborn nature but insists on enjoying the things of the world for this time alone?
The Lord speaks out His judgment on His disobedient and rebellious people through anger and disappointment. The sin of the people is so alarming that even God gives up on them...
Thursday, October 10, 2013
A Symbolic Prophecy
Ezekiel 4
Inspired thots
Ezekiel was instructed by God to perform a symbolic act of the impending prophetic suffering of Israel and Judah. Disobedient people will suffer want; life would be difficult. They would be paying for their stubbornness against God.
What is our response then? If God gives us a clear warning, He is giving us time to repent and return to Him. Let us be alert to take His grace and mercy. Thank YOU Lord!
Inspired thots
Ezekiel was instructed by God to perform a symbolic act of the impending prophetic suffering of Israel and Judah. Disobedient people will suffer want; life would be difficult. They would be paying for their stubbornness against God.
What is our response then? If God gives us a clear warning, He is giving us time to repent and return to Him. Let us be alert to take His grace and mercy. Thank YOU Lord!
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
A Difficult Task
Ezekiel 3
Inspired thots
It is not easy to be a prophet or spokesman of God. Not only is the vision so astounding; the accompanying task is a great challenge. One must hear rightly the Word of God especially to others; how heavy the responsibility in conveying the Word of God (good or bad) to the targeted recipients.
But a total obedience brings protection and blessings. May the Lord grant us grace to speak His words boldly to save others from their wicked ways without fearing men.
Inspired thots
It is not easy to be a prophet or spokesman of God. Not only is the vision so astounding; the accompanying task is a great challenge. One must hear rightly the Word of God especially to others; how heavy the responsibility in conveying the Word of God (good or bad) to the targeted recipients.
But a total obedience brings protection and blessings. May the Lord grant us grace to speak His words boldly to save others from their wicked ways without fearing men.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
A Difficult Vision
Ezekiel 1 & 2
Inspired thots
This is not an easy book to read; only God can give understanding by His mercy and grace.
Lord, what is it for me from this Book of Ezekiel?
A great and awesome vision; a terrible message of judgment and compassion. God brings forth a prophet to forewarn His people. Will they listen?
the Vision
The vision is very explicit yet it is difficult to envisage. It is explained as "...the form of.." and "...with likeness of..." But the great brightness is a clear indication of the impending presence of the Lord. No satisfactory words could describe a heavenly revelation. The Lord is SO MAJESTIC it is hard to describe Him in mere words.
the Lesson
God is merciful and loving; He prepares His people for His coming & judgment. He gives them time to repent and sends prophets to warn them beforehand. He knows us through and through. He is compassionate to forewarn us.
Prophets are humans too; they can be discouraged by people who do not share their views or accept their messages from God. However, it is wiser to obey and rely on God than man.
Difficult visions may be given; ask God for boldness and wisdom to deliver well.
Inspired thots
This is not an easy book to read; only God can give understanding by His mercy and grace.
Lord, what is it for me from this Book of Ezekiel?
A great and awesome vision; a terrible message of judgment and compassion. God brings forth a prophet to forewarn His people. Will they listen?
the Vision
The vision is very explicit yet it is difficult to envisage. It is explained as "...the form of.." and "...with likeness of..." But the great brightness is a clear indication of the impending presence of the Lord. No satisfactory words could describe a heavenly revelation. The Lord is SO MAJESTIC it is hard to describe Him in mere words.
the Lesson
God is merciful and loving; He prepares His people for His coming & judgment. He gives them time to repent and sends prophets to warn them beforehand. He knows us through and through. He is compassionate to forewarn us.
Prophets are humans too; they can be discouraged by people who do not share their views or accept their messages from God. However, it is wiser to obey and rely on God than man.
Difficult visions may be given; ask God for boldness and wisdom to deliver well.
Monday, October 7, 2013
Trouble on Self
Lamentations 5
Inspired thots
This is one book that ends without a happy ending... a recollection of how trouble is brought unto the self when sin is allowed in our lives. How sad that the people of God is forsaken by their Creator when they remain stubborn in their wicked ways and not repent to Him.
There is only trouble when we choose to go our own ways instead of God's ways. Misery and weary souls are our lot when we do not come back to God quickly. We cannot hinge on God's grace and yet sin.
Inspired thots
This is one book that ends without a happy ending... a recollection of how trouble is brought unto the self when sin is allowed in our lives. How sad that the people of God is forsaken by their Creator when they remain stubborn in their wicked ways and not repent to Him.
There is only trouble when we choose to go our own ways instead of God's ways. Misery and weary souls are our lot when we do not come back to God quickly. We cannot hinge on God's grace and yet sin.
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