Ezekiel 3:27
French (La Bible expliquée)
Mais lorsque j'aurai quelque chose à dire par ton intermédiaire, je te rendrai la faculté de parler. Alors tu t'adresseras à eux en disant: “Voici ce que déclare le Seigneur Dieu.” Certains seront disposés à écouter mais d'autres refuseront de le faire, car c'est un peuple récalcitrant. » Paradoxalement, voici l'envoyé de Dieu immobilisé et réduit au silence au moment d'entreprendre son mandat. Cette expérience, qui relève aussi d'une initiation, prépare le prophète à ne plus parler en son nom propre, mais au nom de Dieu.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God is talking to Ezekiel. He promises that when He speaks to Ezekiel, He will open Ezekiel's mouth to speak the message from God. The message is for people to hear if they want to, and those who don't want to listen can ignore it, because the people are rebellious.
Explained for Children
Imagine God is like a teacher who wants to help you learn. He tells Ezekiel that when He talks to him, Ezekiel will be able to share a message from God. Some kids might listen and learn, while others might not want to listen. It's like when a teacher says, 'If you want to learn, pay attention, and if you don't, it's okay too, but you're missing out on something important.'
Historical Background
Ezekiel 3:27 is part of the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around the 6th century BCE. Ezekiel was speaking to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. This message was to remind them that God was still speaking to them and that they had the choice to listen or ignore Him.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, imagine a company manager giving an important message to employees about a new policy. Some employees might listen and follow the instructions, while others might choose to ignore it. The manager knows that some people will not follow the policy, but the message is still important to share.
Topics
prophecyobediencerebellioncommunicationdivine guidancespiritual hearing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the rebellious house in Ezekiel 3:27?
The rebellious house refers to the Israelites who were exiled in Babylon and had a tendency to disobey God's commands.
What does it mean when God says He will open Ezekiel's mouth?
This means God will give Ezekiel the ability to speak and convey His message clearly to the people, even if they are resistant to listening.
What is the significance of the phrase 'Thus saith the Lord GOD'?
This phrase emphasizes that the message is directly from God, not from Ezekiel himself, highlighting the divine origin and authority of the message.
How does Ezekiel 3:27 relate to prophecy?
Ezekiel is a prophet, and this verse underscores the role of prophecy in delivering God's messages, even to those who might not want to hear them.