How can Ezekiel 3:6 inspire us to share God's word with others? The Verse That Challenges Us “not to many peoples of unfamiliar speech and difficult language whose words you cannot understand—surely if I had sent you to them, they would have listened to you.” (Ezekiel 3:6) Seeing the Setting - God commissions Ezekiel to confront a rebellious Israel who share his own language. - The problem is not linguistic but spiritual hardness. - Foreign nations, God says, would have been quicker to heed the same message. Lessons for Our Own Witness • Language is no excuse We already speak the tongue of our families, friends, and coworkers. • Faithfulness over results Ezekiel’s success was measured by obedience, not by Israel’s response (cf. 1 Corinthians 3:6). • Urgency for those closest to us Familiar people still need the gospel; proximity does not guarantee receptivity (Mark 5:19). • Confidence in Scripture’s power God’s word accomplishes His purpose even among the stubborn (Isaiah 55:11). • Compassion amid resistance God’s warnings flow from love; so must ours (Ephesians 4:15). Practical Ways to Step Out - Weave God’s work in your life into everyday conversations. - Read a short passage aloud and explain its relevance. - Share Scripture on social or text threads, letting the Word speak. - Use routine moments—meals, walks, drives—to plant truth. - Pray for boldness and clarity, trusting the Spirit (Acts 4:29–31). Encouragement from Other Scriptures - “Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season.” 2 Timothy 4:2 - “Go and make disciples of all nations…” Matthew 28:19–20 - “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be My witnesses…” Acts 1:8 - “How then can they call on the One in whom they have not believed?” Romans 10:14 A Closing Charge Ezekiel spoke God’s truth to a resistant audience. Likewise, speak to those who already understand your language, trusting God to open ears and hearts. |
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