Jessica Udall Contributing Writer 2021 26 Jan
The book of Ezekiel is buried deep in the midst of the prophetic books of the Old Testament, and for many believers, it stays buried there, unexcavated and mysterious. Few pastors want to touch the book since it doesn’t lend itself to easy outlines and simple applications. Those who do delve into its forty-eight chapters may come away mystified and confused, wondering, “What did I just read? What does it all mean?” While one of the Bible’s more complex books, Ezekiel is worth trying to understand. The greatness and goodness of God are displayed within it in stark contrast to the dark background of fallen humanity. There is also much to discover about the seriousness of sin, the possibility of repentance, and the complexity of the human heart within its pages.