Day 235: Chronological Bible In One Year Devotion
In today’s passages, we see God’s sovereign hand directing history and nations. The message to Zedekiah through Jeremiah reminds us that rebellion against God always ends in ruin (Jeremiah 21; 34). Even Pharaoh of Egypt, who seemed untouchable, was warned of humiliation and destruction (Ezekiel 29:1-16, 30:20-26, 31).
Ezekiel’s personal tragedy—the loss of his wife—was used as a living sign to Israel, showing the depth of sorrow they would experience when Jerusalem fell (Ezekiel 24:15-27, 25). Pain, whether personal or national, is never wasted in God’s plan. It becomes a lesson, a call to repentance, and an invitation to return to Him.
God’s dealings with the nations remind us that no kingdom, no matter how mighty, can stand against His will. His judgments are not random; they are purposeful, showing that He alone is the Lord of all the earth. As painful as discipline may be, His intention is always restoration and to draw us closer to Him.
When we face trials that seem unbearable, like Ezekiel’s grief or Israel’s captivity, we must remember that God is working behind the scenes. Trusting His sovereignty brings peace, even when life feels out of control.
Prayer: Sovereign Lord, I acknowledge Your rule over all nations and over my life. Help me to trust You in times of loss, pain, and uncertainty. Let every challenge refine me and draw me closer to You. May Your will be done, and Your name be glorified in all the earth. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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