Today’s Reading: Ezekiel 12; Ezekiel 13; Ezekiel 14; Revelation 5
Scripture: Ezekiel 13:10-12
10 Because they lead my people astray, saying, "Peace," when there is no peace, and because, when a flimsy wall is built, they cover it with whitewash, 11 therefore tell those who cover it with whitewash that it is going to fall. Rain will come in torrents, and I will send hailstones hurtling down, and violent winds will burst forth. 12 When the wall collapses, will people not ask you, "Where is the whitewash you covered it with?"
Observation: Lies are flimsy walls, in spite of the fact that they can be dressed up to look nice. But even the best coat of whitewash does not provide any substance and structure. Only that can be provided by truth. There is no substitute for truth.
Application: Lies and falsehoods may work for awhile. But there will come a time when all lies will be shown for what they are. They will not be able to hold up under the strain of life. And they will collapse.
Bottom line: Live and speak the truth. It may seem easier to act and speak to please others, saying and doing what people want to hear and see, but that is only true in the short term. Ultimately, all falsehood will fail. Live and speak the truth.
Prayer: Lord, I don't want to live a whitewashed life. And I don't want to whitewash Your truth, no matter how socially unacceptable it seems sometimes. Give me the voice of truth and an earnest and sincere heart. And may everything I say be seasoned with Your grace.
This I pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.
1 comment:
It is never easier to take the road that LOOKS easy. Telling people what they want to hear to keep them happy or to avoid confrontation only leads to greater pain and problems later. This scripture also balances the "always speak positive" mentality that some people preach. Positive thinking and speech is important but it is sometimes necessary to listen to rebuke. It can be life-saving.
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