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Ezekiel 36

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1 “And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say: O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD. 2 This is what the Lord GOD says: Because the enemy has said of you, ‘Aha! The ancient heights have become our possession,’ 3 therefore prophesy and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Because they have made you desolate and have trampled you on every side, so that you became a possession of the rest of the nations and were taken up in slander by the lips of their talkers, 4 therefore, O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD. This is what the Lord GOD says to the mountains and hills, to the ravines and valleys, to the desolate ruins and abandoned cities, which have become a spoil and a mockery to the rest of the nations around you. 5 Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Surely in My burning zeal I have spoken against the rest of the nations, and against all Edom, who took My land as their own possession with wholehearted joy and utter contempt, so that its pastureland became plunder. 6 Therefore, prophesy concerning the land of Israel and tell the mountains and hills, the ravines and valleys, that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I have spoken in My burning zeal because you have endured the reproach of the nations. 7 Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I have sworn with an uplifted hand that surely the nations around you will endure reproach of their own. 8 But you, O mountains of Israel, will produce branches and bear fruit for My people Israel, for they will soon come home. 9 For behold, I am on your side; I will turn toward you, and you will be tilled and sown. 10 I will multiply the people upon you—the house of Israel in its entirety. The cities will be inhabited and the ruins rebuilt. 11 I will fill you with people and animals, and they will multiply and be fruitful. I will make you as inhabited as you once were, and I will make you prosper more than before. Then you will know that I am the LORD. 12 Yes, I will cause My people Israel to walk upon you; they will possess you, and you will be their inheritance, and you will no longer deprive them of their children. 13 For this is what the Lord GOD says: Because people say to you, ‘You devour men and deprive your nation of its children,’ 14 therefore you will no longer devour men or deprive your nation of its children, declares the Lord GOD. 15 I will no longer allow the taunts of the nations to be heard against you, and you will no longer endure the reproach of the peoples or cause your nation to stumble, declares the Lord GOD." 16 Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 17 “Son of man, when the people of Israel lived in their land, they defiled it by their own ways and deeds. Their behavior before Me was like the uncleanness of a woman’s impurity. 18 So I poured out My wrath upon them because of the blood they had shed on the land, and because they had defiled it with their idols. 19 I dispersed them among the nations, and they were scattered throughout the lands. I judged them according to their ways and deeds. 20 And wherever they went among the nations, they profaned My holy name, because it was said of them, ‘These are the people of the LORD, yet they had to leave His land.’ 21 But I had concern for My holy name, which the house of Israel had profaned among the nations to which they had gone. 22 Therefore tell the house of Israel that this is what the Lord GOD says: It is not for your sake that I will act, O house of Israel, but for My holy name, which you profaned among the nations to which you went. 23 I will show the holiness of My great name, which has been profaned among the nations—the name you have profaned among them. Then the nations will know that I am the LORD, declares the Lord GOD, when I show My holiness in you before their eyes. 24 For I will take you from among the nations and gather you out of all the countries, and I will bring you back into your own land. 25 I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. 26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. 27 And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances. 28 Then you will live in the land that I gave your forefathers; you will be My people, and I will be your God. 29 I will save you from all your uncleanness. I will summon the grain and make it plentiful, and I will not bring famine upon you. 30 I will also make the fruit of the trees and the crops of the field plentiful, so that you will no longer bear reproach among the nations on account of famine. 31 Then you will remember your evil ways and wicked deeds, and you will loathe yourselves for your iniquities and abominations. 32 It is not for your sake that I will act, declares the Lord GOD—let it be known to you. Be ashamed and disgraced for your ways, O house of Israel! 33 This is what the Lord GOD says: On the day I cleanse you from all your iniquities, I will cause the cities to be resettled and the ruins to be rebuilt. 34 The desolate land will be cultivated instead of lying desolate in the sight of all who pass through. 35 Then they will say, ‘This land that was desolate has become like the garden of Eden. The cities that were once ruined, desolate, and destroyed are now fortified and inhabited.’ 36 Then the nations around you that remain will know that I, the LORD, have rebuilt what was destroyed, and I have replanted what was desolate. I, the LORD, have spoken, and I will do it. 37 This is what the Lord GOD says: Once again I will hear the plea of the house of Israel and do for them this: I will multiply their people like a flock. 38 Like the numerous flocks for sacrifices at Jerusalem during her appointed feasts, so the ruined cities will be filled with flocks of people. Then they will know that I am the LORD."

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Study Notes — Ezekiel 36

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Chapter Summary

Ezekiel 36 begins with a prophecy against the mountains of Israel, which have been desolate and ravaged by the enemy (Ezekiel 36:1-7). However, God promises to restore the land, making it fertile and prosperous once again (Ezekiel 36:8-15). The chapter then shifts its focus to the people of Israel, who have been defiled by their sins (Ezekiel 36:16-20). God promises to cleanse them from their sins, give them a new heart, and put His Spirit within them (Ezekiel 36:25-27). The chapter concludes with a description of the restored Israel, where God's people will live in peace and prosperity, and God will be their God (Ezekiel 36:28-38).

Context for the Chapter

Ezekiel 36 is part of a larger section of the book of Ezekiel that deals with the restoration of Israel (Ezekiel 33-39). The chapter is addressed to the mountains of Israel, which have been desolate and ravaged by the enemy. The chapter is also part of the larger biblical narrative, which describes God's plan to restore and redeem His people. As seen in Genesis 12:1-3, God's plan to bless all nations through Abraham is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, and Ezekiel 36 is a part of that plan.

Heart Application

The promises of restoration and renewal in Ezekiel 36 are not just for Israel, but also for all of God's people. As we read this chapter, we are reminded of our own need for spiritual transformation and the promise of restoration that we have in Jesus Christ. We should ask God to give us a new heart and spirit, and to make us a new creation in Christ.

What Does This Chapter Mean?

Ezekiel 36 is a chapter about God's promise to restore and renew His people. He will give them a new heart and spirit, and make them a new creation. This promise is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation. As we see in Ezekiel 36:26, God's people will be cleansed from their sins and given a new heart. This is a promise that we can apply to our own lives, asking God to give us a new heart and spirit, and to make us a new creation in Christ.

Voices from the Church

“The promise of a new heart and spirit is a precious one, and it is a promise that is fulfilled in Jesus Christ. As Spurgeon said, "The heart of stone is a terrible thing, but the heart of flesh is a glorious thing."”

— Charles Spurgeon

“The restoration of Israel described in this chapter is a picture of the greater restoration that Christ will bring to all of God's people. As Calvin said, "The promises of God are not just for Israel, but for all of His people."”

— John Calvin

Outline for Preaching

  1. Prophecy Against the Mountains of Israel (36:1-7) — The chapter begins with a prophecy against the mountains of Israel, which have been desolate and ravaged by the enemy.
  2. Promise of Restoration (36:8-15) — God promises to restore the land, making it fertile and prosperous once again.
  3. The Need for Spiritual Transformation (36:16-20) — The chapter highlights the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. They need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will.
  4. The Promise of a New Heart and Spirit (36:25-27) — God promises to give His people a new heart and spirit, and to make them a new creation.
  5. The Restored Israel (36:28-38) — The chapter concludes with a description of the restored Israel, where God's people will live in peace and prosperity, and God will be their God.

Core Doctrines

Sovereignty of God
The chapter highlights God's sovereignty and control over all things. He is the one who will restore the land and give His people a new heart.
Spiritual Transformation
The chapter emphasizes the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. They need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will.
Restoration
The chapter contains a promise of restoration for God's people. They will be restored to their land, and they will live in peace and prosperity.
New Creation
The chapter describes the promise of a new creation in Jesus Christ, who gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation.

Lessons from Ezekiel 36

  1. God's Sovereignty — The chapter teaches us about God's sovereignty and control over all things. We should trust in His goodness and wisdom, and submit to His will.
  2. The Need for Spiritual Transformation — The chapter highlights the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. We should ask God to give us a new heart and spirit, and to make us a new creation.
  3. The Promise of Restoration — The chapter contains a promise of restoration for God's people. We should trust in God's promise and look forward to the day when we will be restored to our heavenly home.
  4. The Importance of Obedience — The chapter emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's will. We should strive to obey God and live according to His will, trusting in His goodness and wisdom.
  5. The New Creation — The chapter describes the promise of a new creation in Jesus Christ. We should trust in Christ and look forward to the day when we will be made new in Him.

Themes from Ezekiel 36

  1. Restoration — The chapter contains a promise of restoration for God's people. They will be restored to their land, and they will live in peace and prosperity.
  2. Spiritual Transformation — The chapter emphasizes the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. They need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will.
  3. Sovereignty of God — The chapter highlights God's sovereignty and control over all things. He is the one who will restore the land and give His people a new heart.
  4. New Creation — The chapter describes the promise of a new creation in Jesus Christ. He gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation.
  5. Obedience — The chapter emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's will. We should strive to obey God and live according to His will, trusting in His goodness and wisdom.

Questions for Meditation

  1. What does the chapter teach about God's sovereignty and control over all things?
  2. What is the need for spiritual transformation in God's people, and how is it fulfilled in Jesus Christ?
  3. What is the promise of restoration that God gives to His people in this chapter?
  4. How does the chapter describe the restored Israel, and what does it mean for God's people to live in peace and prosperity?
  5. What does the chapter teach about the new heart and spirit that God gives to His people, and how is it fulfilled in Jesus Christ?

Detailed Chapter Outline

1. Prophecy Against the Mountains of Israel (36:1-7)

36:1 The chapter begins with a prophecy against the mountains of Israel, which have been desolate and ravaged by the enemy.
36:2 The enemy has spoken against the mountains of Israel, saying that they will be desolate forever.

2. Promise of Restoration (36:8-15)

36:8 But God promises to restore the land, making it fertile and prosperous once again.
36:9 The mountains of Israel will be cultivated, and the people will return to their land.

3. The Need for Spiritual Transformation (36:16-20)

36:16 The chapter highlights the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. They need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will.
36:17 The people have been defiled by their sins, and they need to be cleansed in order to be restored.

4. The Promise of a New Heart and Spirit (36:25-27)

36:25 God promises to give His people a new heart and spirit, and to make them a new creation.
36:26 He will remove their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh, and they will obey Him and live according to His will.

5. The Restored Israel (36:28-38)

36:28 The chapter concludes with a description of the restored Israel, where God's people will live in peace and prosperity, and God will be their God.
36:29 The people will be cleansed from their sins, and they will be given a new heart and spirit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main theme of Ezekiel 36?

The main theme of Ezekiel 36 is the restoration and renewal of God's people, Israel. As seen in Ezekiel 36:26, God promises to give them a new heart and spirit, and to make them a new creation. This is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17).

What does the chapter teach about God's sovereignty?

The chapter highlights God's sovereignty and control over all things. He is the one who will restore the land and give His people a new heart, as seen in Ezekiel 36:1-7 and Ezekiel 36:25-27.

What is the promise of a new heart and spirit?

The promise of a new heart and spirit is a promise that God will give His people a new heart and spirit, and make them a new creation. This is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17). As seen in Ezekiel 36:26, God will remove their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh.

Top Cross References

ReferenceConnection
1 Ezekiel 36:1 → Isaiah 35:1-2 The prophecy against the mountains of Israel in Ezekiel 36:1 is similar to the prophecy in Isaiah 35:1-2, which describes the restoration of the land.
2 Ezekiel 36:25 → Psalm 51:10 The promise of a new heart and spirit in Ezekiel 36:25 is similar to the promise in Psalm 51:10, which asks God to create a clean heart and renew a right spirit.
3 Ezekiel 36:26 → 2 Corinthians 5:17 The promise of a new heart and spirit in Ezekiel 36:26 is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us a new heart and makes us a new creation.
4 Ezekiel 36:28 → Revelation 21:1-4 The description of the restored Israel in Ezekiel 36:28 is similar to the description of the new heaven and the new earth in Revelation 21:1-4.
5 Ezekiel 36:29 → Acts 2:38 The promise of cleansing from sin in Ezekiel 36:29 is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us cleansing from sin through His sacrifice.
6 Ezekiel 36:30 → John 10:10 The promise of abundance and prosperity in Ezekiel 36:30 is similar to the promise of abundant life in John 10:10.
7 Ezekiel 36:31 → Psalm 32:1-2 The promise of shame and humiliation in Ezekiel 36:31 is similar to the promise of forgiveness and restoration in Psalm 32:1-2.
8 Ezekiel 36:32 → Romans 11:25-27 The promise of restoration and redemption in Ezekiel 36:32 is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who gives us restoration and redemption through His sacrifice.
9 Ezekiel 36:33 → Isaiah 61:1-3 The promise of restoration and renewal in Ezekiel 36:33 is similar to the promise of restoration and renewal in Isaiah 61:1-3.
10 Ezekiel 36:38 → Hebrews 13:20-21 The promise of peace and prosperity in Ezekiel 36:38 is similar to the promise of peace and prosperity in Hebrews 13:20-21.

Sermons on Ezekiel 36

SermonDescription
Billy Graham Crusade 1957 by Billy Graham This sermon emphasizes the importance of examining and surrendering our hearts to God. It delves into the sinful, wicked, rebellious, and hardened nature of the human heart, highli
Paul Washer (Missions Conference Shoals) - Part 3 by Paul Washer In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of preaching the word of God in a way that truly reflects the power and glory of Yahweh. He criticizes the current state of pr
A.W. Tozer (1 Peter - Part 3): Begotten Again Unto a Living Hope by A.W. Tozer In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a young lady eagerly preparing for a long-awaited reunion with her loved one. However, unbeknownst to her, the ship he was on has
Paul Washer Regeneration & Self-Denial by Paul Washer In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of churches abandoning biblical terminology and relying on church growth methodologies. He emphasizes the need for truth that goes b
Paris Reidhead Christ Explains the Law by Paris Reidhead In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Matthew chapter 5 and the importance of understanding Jesus' intentions at Calvary. The sermon focuses on the proper interpretatio
David Wilkerson A Reproach Among the Heathen by David Wilkerson In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance, revival, and cleansing as prerequisites for any work of God. He urges believers to have a heart like Jesus and
Derek Prince The Uniqueness of Israel - Part 2 by Derek Prince In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the ultimate goal of God's plan for His people: to dwell in the land and be in a covenant relationship with Him. The speaker uses the analogy
David Wilkerson Turning the Grace of God Into Lasiviousness by David Wilkerson In this sermon, Pastor David warns Christians about the dangers of indulging in pornography and other immoral behaviors. He emphasizes that these actions are contrary to the gospel
J. Glyn Owen (1 John #10) Ring of Reality by J. Glyn Owen In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of obedience to God's commandments as a test of genuine discipleship. He emphasizes that those who truly know God and abide in
Paul Washer Genuine Regeneration by Paul Washer In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing that lost men are spiritually blind. He uses the analogy of a curtain hiding Jesus behind it, explaining that

Summary of Matthew Henry Commentary on Ezekiel 36

Matthew Henry's commentary on Ezekiel 36 highlights the promise of restoration and renewal that God gives to His people. As Henry notes, 'The mountains of Israel, which have been desolate and ravaged by the enemy, will be restored and made fertile once again.' The chapter also emphasizes the need for spiritual transformation in God's people, who need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will. As Henry says, 'The promise of a new heart and spirit is a precious one, and it is a promise that is fulfilled in Jesus Christ.' The commentary concludes by noting that the restored Israel will be a picture of the greater restoration that Christ will bring to all of God's people, as seen in Romans 11:25-27. Read the full unabridged Matthew Henry Commentary →

What Do You Notice?

God's Sovereignty

Throughout the chapter, we see God's sovereignty and control over all things. He is the one who will restore the land and give His people a new heart.

The Need for Spiritual Transformation

The chapter highlights the need for spiritual transformation in God's people. They need a new heart and spirit in order to obey God and live according to His will.

The Promise of Restoration

The chapter contains a promise of restoration for God's people. They will be restored to their land, and they will live in peace and prosperity.

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