783 The Nations Will Know Ezekiel 28:20–26 (The Gospel According to Ezekiel Part 23)

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In this episode, John Spencer discusses the themes of judgment and restoration in Ezekiel 28:20–26, emphasizing God's desire for relationship and redemption.

Wednesday, June 3rd: In Episode 783 of The Daily Grind, we continue The Gospel According to Ezekiel with Part 23, “The Nations Will Know,” from Ezekiel 28:20–26. After many chapters focused on judgment, Ezekiel begins turning toward restoration and hope. God announces judgment against Sidon, yet repeatedly declares that through both judgment and restoration, people will know that He is the Lord. The passage reminds us that God's ultimate goal is not merely punishment but relationship and redemption. Ezekiel speaks to exiles who had lost their homes, security, and future, assuring them that God has not abandoned them. One day He will gather His scattered people, restore them to their land, and allow them to dwell securely again. The chapter serves as a powerful reminder that difficult seasons are often not the end of the story. Christians ultimately see this promise fulfilled more fully in Jesus, who gathers people from every nation into God's family. Ezekiel 28 closes the long section of judgment against the nations with the first clear rays of hope and restoration breaking through the darkness. Email me your questions, comments, and suggestions. I'd love to hear from…

People in this episode

Host: John Spencer

Topics covered

• restoration
• hope
• judgment
• Ezekiel
• Christianity
• redemption
• exile

Keywords

• Ezekiel
• restoration
• judgment
• Christianity
• hope
• exile
• redemption

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Gospel According to Ezekiel

Places: Sidon, Ezekiel 28:20–26

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