What actions in Ezekiel 38:23 demonstrate God's "greatness and holiness"? Verse Focus Ezekiel 38:23: “So I will magnify and sanctify Myself, and I will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD.” Key Actions Identified • God magnifies Himself – “I will magnify Myself.” • God sanctifies Himself – “I will sanctify Myself.” • God reveals Himself before many nations – “I will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations.” How These Actions Showcase God’s Greatness • Magnifying Himself highlights His supreme power and unrivaled majesty (Psalm 46:10; Exodus 9:16). • Revealing Himself to “many nations” demonstrates universal sovereignty—no realm lies outside His rule (Psalm 97:9). • The outcome—“they will know that I am the LORD”—shows His greatness is undeniable once displayed (Isaiah 40:25-26). How These Actions Showcase God’s Holiness • Sanctifying Himself underscores His perfect purity and set-apart nature (Isaiah 5:16; 1 Samuel 2:2). • Acting publicly vindicates His holy name, proving faithfulness and intolerance of evil (Ezekiel 36:23). • The nations’ acknowledgment invites worship, reserved only for the holy God (Revelation 15:4). Supporting Passages Echoing These Themes • Ezekiel 39:7 – “I will make My holy name known among My people Israel…” • Isaiah 2:11 – “The LORD alone will be exalted in that day.” • Habakkuk 2:14 – “The earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD…” • Psalm 72:19 – “Blessed be His glorious name forever; may all the earth be filled with His glory.” Takeaways to Hold Onto • God acts foremost to honor His own name; His glory is His ultimate motive. • Every display of divine greatness simultaneously unveils His holiness. • Recognition of God’s character leads to humble worship—a response destined to encompass all nations (Philippians 2:9-11). |
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