Ezekiel 18:28

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

তেওঁ বিবেচনা কৰি তেওঁ কৰা আটাই দুষ্কৰ্মৰ পৰা ঘূৰি অহাত, তেওঁ জীয়াই থাকিব; তেওঁৰ মৃত্যু নহ’ব!

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Ezekiel, a prophet of God. It says that if someone thinks about their wrong actions and decides to stop doing them, they will live a better life instead of facing the consequences of their actions. The key message is that people can change and improve their lives by turning away from wrong actions.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who always takes your toys. One day, they realize they're being mean and decide to stop taking your toys. If they really stop and say sorry, you can be friends again and have a happy time together. That's like what this verse is saying about how people can change and be better.

Historical Background

Ezekiel was a prophet who lived around 600 BC and wrote this book to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The Israelites were struggling with the idea that they were suffering because of their ancestors' sins, and Ezekiel is clarifying that God judges people based on their own actions, not just those of their parents.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you have a friend who always lies to you. One day, they realize their mistakes and decide to start telling the truth. This verse encourages them to stick to that decision and assures them that if they do, their relationships and life will improve, as they will earn trust and respect.

Topics

• repentance
• forgiveness
• change
• salvation
• hope
• consequences

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 33:14-16
• Romans 6:1-2
• 1 John 1:9
• Proverbs 28:13
• Jeremiah 31:34

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'consider'?

To 'consider' in this context means to think deeply about one's actions and recognize the wrong in them, leading to a decision to change.

Can someone really change their fate by changing their actions?

According to this verse, yes. God judges people based on their own actions, not just their past or their ancestors' actions, so changing one's actions can lead to a better outcome.

What if someone tries to change but fails?

The verse emphasizes the importance of continuing to choose to turn away from wrong actions. It encourages persistence in making good choices.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

The verse shows that when someone repents and changes their actions, they can be forgiven and live a better life, emphasizing the possibility of redemption and forgiveness.