This was an extremely interesting half of the chapter. It really emphasized the severity of the conditions that had driven the Lord to make and pass His judgement. It also said how the Lord would deal with those that were not faithful to Him and His precepts. Famine, wild beasts, sword or plague would be the options that the Lord had spelt out as a means to accomplish His wrath. Those that would perish would be so evil that He said that neither Noah, Daniel or Job would be able to save anyone other than themselves. To me it was a precursor to the Hebrews 11 chapter of faith and righteousness. Twice were these names mentioned and were attributed due to their righteousness as being sole survivors. To me, this gave validity to the personage of Job since it has always been questioned where he fits in the whole scheme of things given the lack of historical reference and perspective. Still in all, God is confident that there will be a small remnant that will remain and come the Ezekiel and display their faith and righteousness so that the new nation of Israel can continue and justify God's actions.
So much stuff in this book! I wish others could read this book and draw from it what I have so far and will to come.
Prayers and thanksgiving for GG as he is back in Denver and on the line again. Praying for guidance as far as shipping/driving his car out there as well over the next few days. Prayers for me asking for patience and stamina to finish off this whole tax ordeal and the drive to and from NJ when I get the form I need. Prayers for PAL and his family as they grieve the loss of his step-father ( a retired pastor). Prayers for the elderly at my church and U. Ralph and my s-i-l's family while they are going through medical issues. Prayers for David and Irene as they go through their day.
Praise for today: That He is in contol and will be forever and ever!
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