Strengthened by the Lord… How?

Strengthened by the Lord… How?

The message emphasizes the importance of actively engaging with God's voice and vision to cultivate spiritual strength and effectively share His message. Drawing from the book of Ezekiel, the preacher highlights the process of looking, listening, and leaning into divine revelation, ultimately leading to a commitment to God's vocation and a willingness to declare His truth to others. This active pursuit of God's guidance, exemplified by Ezekiel's journey, is presented as a pathway to personal transformation and a means of contributing to the flourishing of the community, ultimately mirroring the restoration and reign of God.

From the Voice of the Prophet to the Son of God

A Teaching Bridge from Ezekiel to Hebrews

A Grateful Transition

We want to take a moment to express our gratitude for each of you who stepped up and served while we were away. It's a sweet blessing to know that things are well taken care of — a testimony of the faithfulness of God working through His people.

As we close out our reading through Ezekiel — with just two more days remaining — we now look ahead to the book of Hebrews to finish the month. And what a transition it will be. Hebrews opens with this powerful declaration:

"God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son…" (Hebrews 1:1–2)

In other words, we move from hearing God's voice through the prophet — like Ezekiel — to hearing Him through the living, incarnate Word, Jesus Christ.

Ezekiel's Name and God's Intent

Let's not forget the meaning of Ezekiel's name: "God strengthens."

That's exactly what the Lord h