How can we apply the message of Ezekiel 37:2 to our spiritual lives? \The Valley Scene in Scripture\ Ezekiel 37:2 — “He led me all around among them, and behold, there were very many bones lying in the valley, and they were very dry.” \Recognizing Our Own Valley\ • Dry bones picture spiritual lifelessness—moments when prayer feels flat, worship mechanical, or obedience half-hearted (Ephesians 2:1). • “Very many” bones remind us that spiritual dryness is common; no believer is immune (1 Corinthians 10:12-13). • “Very dry” underscores prolonged neglect; the longer we drift, the more brittle we become (Hebrews 2:1). \Letting God Walk Us Through It\ • “He led me” shows the Lord initiates honest evaluation; invite Him to search the heart (Psalm 139:23-24). • Avoid rushing past conviction; linger long enough to feel the emptiness so revival matters. • Refuse isolation—Ezekiel stayed with God’s presence in the valley; so stay in Scripture, fellowship, and accountability (Hebrews 10:24-25). \Listening for God’s Question\ • In verse 3 the Lord asks, “Son of man, can these bones live?” He still asks us whether we believe change is possible (Mark 9:23). • Agree with God’s power, not with present appearance; hope anchors renewal (Romans 15:13). \Speaking Life through the Word\ • God commands Ezekiel to prophesy to the bones (v. 4). Today we proclaim God’s Word over our dryness: – Identity: “You are alive to God in Christ Jesus” (Romans 6:11). – Power: “The Spirit gives life; the flesh profits nothing” (John 6:63). – Purpose: “Created in Christ Jesus for good works” (Ephesians 2:10). • Regular Scripture intake—reading, memorizing, singing—soaks parched souls (Psalm 19:7-10). \Inviting the Spirit’s Breath\ • Bones reassemble, yet still lack breath until the Spirit enters (vv. 8-10). • Pray specifically for fresh filling of the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:13; Ephesians 5:18). • Depend on resurrection power daily: “He who raised Christ… will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit” (Romans 8:11). \Moving from Bones to Army\ • Revived believers do not remain scattered; they stand “a vast army” (v. 10). • Engage in service—evangelism, discipleship, justice—demonstrating new life (James 2:17). • Unity matters: connected bones symbolize believers joined together (Ephesians 4:16). \Maintaining Vitality\ • Continual repentance keeps marrow moist (1 John 1:9). • Practice Sabbath rest; fatigue accelerates dryness (Exodus 20:8-10). • Celebrate testimonies of God-given renewal, strengthening faith for future valleys (Revelation 12:11). \Key Takeaways\ • Admit dryness; don’t mask it. • Let God guide an honest survey. • Believe He can revive the most lifeless areas. • Speak Scripture over your situation. • Welcome the Spirit’s continual breath. • Stand up and serve as part of God’s living army. |
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