Ezekiel (69)
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The Splendour that was Egypt (31:1-18)
Egypt was a splendid empire - a tree of life, creating a new Eden. But God planned to bring it crashing down. Why? Because of its towering pride.
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Egypt Stripped Bare (30 & 31)
The Israelites envied the resources of Egypt. But all those resources would soon be stripped away.
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Wealthy Friends (29:17 -21)
Israel was eager for Egypt's friendship. Why? Because Egypt was wealthy and could offer financial help. But how long would Egypt's wealth last?
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The Deadly Friend (29:1-9)
In a world where many nations openly hated God's people, Egypt claimed to be a friend. But her friendship was as dangerous, or more so, than their enmity.
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God’s glory – revealed in judgement and in mercy (28:2-26)
Why did God promise ruin on Israel's neighbours? So that they would know that he was truly the LORD God. Why did God promise restoration for Israel? For exactly the same reason. God reveals his character in wrath and in grace.