How should we respond when God reveals truth, as in Ezekiel 24:26? Setting the Scene—Ezekiel 24:26 “On that day a fugitive will come to you to report the news.” Ezekiel received advance notice of Jerusalem’s fall. God promised a messenger who would confirm the prophecy. The moment that news arrived, the prophet—and everyone listening—had a choice: How will we respond when God’s word proves true before our eyes? Foundational Truths to Remember • God’s revelations are always accurate—“The sum of Your word is truth.” (Psalm 119:160) • Prophecy fulfilled confirms Scripture’s reliability—“Remember the former things… My counsel shall stand, and I will accomplish all My purpose.” (Isaiah 46:9-10) • Therefore, every revealed truth demands a response, not mere admiration. Right Responses When Truth Arrives 1. Humble Acknowledgment • Like Samuel: “Speak, for Your servant is listening.” (1 Samuel 3:10) • Admit God was right; we were incomplete without His word. • Worship instead of resisting or rationalizing. 2. Immediate Obedience • “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” (James 1:22) • Ezekiel carried out bizarre sign-acts without delay (Ezekiel 24:18-19). • Obedience turns revelation into transformation. 3. Faith-Filled Proclamation • The fugitive’s job: “report the news.” • Our job: share verified truth—“Proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness.” (1 Peter 2:9) • Testimony multiplies the impact of fulfilled prophecy. 4. Ongoing Watchfulness • Fulfillment today signals more to come—“For yet in a very little while, the coming One will come and will not delay.” (Hebrews 10:37) • Stay alert; keep sin confessed; live expectantly. 5. Wholehearted Surrender • Jerusalem’s fall stripped away illusions; God alone remained secure. • Jesus calls for the same surrender—“If you hold to My teaching, you are truly My disciples.” (John 8:31-32) • Surrender positions us for deeper revelation. Putting It Into Practice Today • Revisit any recent conviction from Scripture and act on it within 24 hours. • Share one fulfilled promise of God with a friend, emphasizing His faithfulness. • Begin each day with a simple declaration: “Lord, Your word is truth; I stand ready to respond.” |
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