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EZEKIEL 9

The glory of God moved from the Holy of Holies and began to depart from the temple: “Ichabod—the glory has departed” (1 Sam. 4:19–22; Jer. 7:1–15). Without the glory of God, the temple was just another building; and without the presence of God, we are just like other people (Exod. 33:12–16).

God’s judgment begins with His people (v. 6; 1 Pet. 4:17), for greater privileges bring greater responsibilities. Either we judge our sins, or God will judge them (1 Cor. 11:31).

Even in His wrath, God is merciful and saves a believing remnant, those who “sigh and cry” over the sins of God’s people. Are you among “the sighers and criers”? Like Ezekiel, are you interceding and asking for mercy?

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