Ezekiel 14:7
French Vigouroux 1902 Bible
car si un homme de la maison d'Israël, quel qu'il soit, ou un étranger d'entre les prosélytes qui sont en Israël, s'éloigne de moi, et garde ses idoles dans son cœur, et place le scandale de son iniquité devant son visage, et s'il vient auprès d'un (du) prophète pour m'interroger par lui, moi le Seigneur je lui répondrai par moi-même,
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Ezekiel says that God will answer those who turn away from Him, worship idols, and still ask for His guidance. God speaks directly to these people, indicating He is aware of their actions and choices. The key message is that God knows everything about us, even when we do wrong.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a best friend, but you keep playing with a toy that makes your friend sad. Even if you ask your friend for help, they still know you're playing with that toy. God is like that best friend, and He knows when we do things that make Him sad.
Historical Background
Ezekiel was a prophet who wrote this during the Babylonian exile around 593-571 BCE. The verse is directed at the Israelites and foreigners living among them, addressing their practices of idol worship and seeking guidance from false prophets.
Living It Out Today
A modern scenario could involve someone who knows they have a bad habit, like excessive social media use, but still asks God for help in their life. God knows about this habit and will answer them directly, reminding us that He sees all our actions.
Topics
faithidolatryGod's omniscienceguidancerepentancedivine judgment
Related Verses
Jeremiah 17:5-8Romans 1:251 John 1:5-7Deuteronomy 4:23-241 Corinthians 8:4-6
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this verse mean God ignores those who worship idols?
No, it means God is aware of their actions and will answer them directly, showing His omniscience and presence.
Can we trust a prophet if we're not completely faithful to God?
The verse implies that God will directly answer such individuals, suggesting a direct relationship rather than relying solely on prophets.
What does it mean to 'put the stumblingblock of his iniquity before his face'?
It means consciously choosing to do wrong and placing it in a prominent position in one's life, rather than seeking to avoid or repent of it.
How does this verse apply to modern believers?
It reminds modern believers that God is aware of their actions, even when they go astray, and He is always ready to answer and guide them directly.