September 27, 2021

Read – Ezekiel 35:1-36:15What does it say?
Ezekiel prophesied against Mount Seir because its inhabitants harbored hatred toward God’s people and treated them cruelly, while Israel’s future restoration was prophesied.

What does it mean?
As descendants of Jacob, Israel inherited the Promised Land and the blessings of being God’s chosen people. The Edomites, descendants of Esau who lived in the region of Mount Seir, had passed down animosity toward Israel since the days of their forefathers. The Sovereign Lord observed Edom speak and act against His people while elevating their godless, self-centered values. Edom, along with all other nations against Israel, will be judged; their mountains and inhabitants will be left desolate. The people of Israel, on the other hand, will enjoy permanent restoration to the Lord and to their land during the millennial reign of Christ. The mountains of Israel will elevate the Sovereign Lord.

How should I respond?
When you drive into the mountains, you notice the highest peak first. Similarly, what we choose to elevate is obvious to others, even at a distance. Our own values and desires can sometimes occupy the highest priorities in our lives, robbing God of His rightful place. What are you elevating today? Ask God to help you surrender each “mountain range” of your life to His control so you can enjoy the freedom and hope of your new life in Christ. He is still Sovereign ruler of all – elevate Him as such today.