In what ways can we apply the warnings of Ezekiel 35:15 today? Scripture Spotlight Ezekiel 35:15 – “For as you rejoiced when the inheritance of the house of Israel became desolate, so will I do to you. You will become a desolation, Mount Seir, you and all Edom. Then they will know that I am the LORD.” Key Warning Highlighted • Gloating over another’s downfall invites the same judgment. • Hatred toward God’s covenant people does not go unnoticed. • Divine justice is certain; it arrives in God’s timing. Timeless Principles God Emphasizes • Schadenfreude is sin (Proverbs 24:17-18). • Pride precedes destruction (James 4:6; Proverbs 16:18). • God keeps covenant promises—including discipline for those who curse Israel (Genesis 12:3). • The sow-and-reap pattern is universal (Galatians 6:7). Practical Applications for Today • Guard the heart against delighting in anyone’s misfortune—personal, national, or international. • Reject anti-Semitism, replacement ideology, or any contempt for the Jewish people; stand with God’s ongoing plan for Israel (Romans 11:17-18, 29). • Check attitudes on social media: no snarky celebration when rivals stumble, companies fail, or leaders are disgraced. • Pray and work for reconciliation instead of revenge in family disputes, church splits, or community conflicts (Romans 12:17-21). • Cultivate humility in success; attribute every victory to God, not personal superiority (1 Corinthians 4:7). • Practice compassionate aid when others fall—offer help, not a microphone for criticism (Luke 10:33-35). • Intercede for nations that mock God’s standards; seek mercy before judgment falls (1 Timothy 2:1-2). Heart Checks to Embrace • Am I harboring secret joy over someone’s hardship? • Am I nursing long-held grudges that mirror Edom’s ancient hatred? • Am I indifferent to God’s covenant with Israel? • Am I humble enough to tremble at the warning and repent quickly? Encouragement to Act • Choose empathy over envy. • Bless where the flesh wants to curse. • Honor God’s covenant faithfulness by aligning attitudes, speech, and actions with His heart of mercy and justice. |
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