Ezekiel 16:57 · KJV

"Before thy wickedness was discovered, as at the time of thy reproach of the daughters of Syria, and all that are round about her, the daughters of the Philistines, which despise thee round about."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁵⁵When thy sisters, Sodom and her daughters, shall return to their former estate, and Samaria and her daughters shall return to their former estate, then thou and thy daughters shall return to your former estate.

⁵⁶For thy sister Sodom was not mentioned by thy mouth in the day of thy pride,

⁵⁷Before thy wickedness was discovered, as at the time of thy reproach of the daughters of Syria, and all that are round about her, the daughters of the Philistines, which despise thee round about.

⁵⁸Thou hast borne thy lewdness and thine abominations, saith the LORD.

⁵⁹For thus saith the Lord GOD; I will even deal with thee as thou hast done, which hast despised the oath in breaking the covenant.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond when your flaws are exposed?

What does it mean for you to confront your own wickedness?

When have you faced the consequences of ignoring your wrongdoings?

Life Application

self-reflection

Take time for self-reflection to confront areas of sin in your life before they lead to greater consequences.

accountability

Seek accountability from trusted friends or mentors to help you stay aware of your actions.

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