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Ezekiel 18:32 · KJV

"For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn yourselves, and live ye."

King James Version

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Passage Context

30Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways, saith the Lord GOD. Repent, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions; so iniquity shall not be your ruin.
31Cast away from you all your transgressions, whereby ye have transgressed; and make you a new heart and a new spirit: for why will ye die, O house of Israel?
32For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn yourselves, and live ye.

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Devotional Reflection

HopeFear

God calls us to abandon our self-centered ways. He invites us to come to Him and submit to His will. We must be aware that we are taking the road to death if we refuse. God desires to accomplish the work of rebirth and regeneration, but He requires us to turn away from our harmful ways and offer our hearts to Him to be renewed by His Holy Spirit. Repentance is turning away from the path that leads to destruction and toward the path that goes to the Father's house, the place of life.

Prayer

If it's not too much trouble, pardon me, O strong God, for attempting to lead and administer my own life. I admit that I've ruined things when I haven't submitted to Your Word and when I have opposed Your will. I need to turn my heart and life totally over to You. I need to submit to Your will and to live for Your greatness. Thank You for Your pardon and strength as I seek to find life in You. In the name of the Savior Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

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How does God's desire for life resonate with you?

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What does repentance mean for you personally?

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When have you felt the need to turn away from destructive behaviors?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can turn towards God in your daily life. Reflect on areas where you need to seek His guidance.

relationships

Reach out to someone you may have distanced yourself from and seek reconciliation.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects God's desire for repentance and life rather than death, a theme central to Jesus' message of salvation.

See also: Luke 13:3

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