Day 192 Ezekiel 4–6 Psalm 1

I should have said this yesterday. Warning Before Starting Ezekiel - Get ready for one of the most dramatic, visual, and intense books in the entire Bible. You’ll encounter shocking symbolic acts, wild visions, and heavy words. At times, it might feel overwhelming, bizarre, or even disturbing. But don’t stop there. Behind every strange image and strong action is a deeper message. If you look past the drama, you’ll see the hope. In Ezekiel 4, God tells Ezekiel to act out a prophetic message. He builds a model of Jerusalem under siege and lies on his side for hundreds of days, symbolizing their years of sin. God can ask us to do uncomfortable things to help others see the truth. In Ezekiel 5, Ezekiel cuts his hair and divides it into parts symbolizing how God will punish Jerusalem. The city has rejected God more than the nations around them. Privilege brings responsibility. When we know God's truth and ignore it, the consequences are serious. In Ezekiel 6, God speaks to Ezekiel again. This time, God tells him to speak to the mountains of Israel. Why? Because that’s where the people built altars and statues to false gods. When we turn away from God, it hurts Him because He loves us deeply. He knows that idols (money, fame, pride, people) can’t save us. Psalm 1, contrasts the righteous delight in God's law, trees planted by streams, and the corrupt, dry, rootless, and blown away. Who we walk with, listen to, and stand among shapes us. Anchoring our life to God brings peace, even when storms come.