Ezekiel 12:7 · KJV
"And I did so as I was commanded: I brought forth my stuff by day, as stuff for captivity, and in the even I digged through the wall with mine hand; I brought it forth in the twilight, and I bare it upon my shoulder in their sight."
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 12:7 mean? →Passage Context
5Dig thou through the wall in their sight, and carry out thereby.
6In their sight shalt thou bear it upon thy shoulders, and carry it forth in the twilight: thou shalt cover thy face, that thou see not the ground: for I have set thee for a sign unto the house of Israel.
7And I did so as I was commanded: I brought forth my stuff by day, as stuff for captivity, and in the even I digged through the wall with mine hand; I brought it forth in the twilight, and I bare it upon my shoulder in their sight.
8And in the morning came the word of the LORD unto me, saying,
9Son of man, hath not the house of Israel, the rebellious house, said unto thee, What doest thou?
Reflection Questions
1
How does Ezekiel's obedience challenge you to follow God's commands?
2
What does it mean for you to carry your burdens in faith?
3
When have you felt God's presence while obeying a difficult command?
Life Application
obedience
Reflect on an area where you need to show obedience to God.
faith
Consider how you can carry your burdens with faith in God.
People in This Verse
EzekielOT
A prophet who ministered to the exiles in Babylon, known for his vivid visions and messages from God.
First appearance: Ezekiel 1:1
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