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Ezekiel 21:23 Β· KJV

"And it shall be unto them as a false divination in their sight, to them that have sworn oaths: but he will call to remembrance the iniquity, that they may be taken."

King James Version

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Passage Context

21For the king of Babylon stood at the parting of the way, at the head of the two ways, to use divination: he made his arrows bright, he consulted with images, he looked in the liver.
22At his right hand was the divination for Jerusalem, to appoint captains, to open the mouth in the slaughter, to lift up the voice with shouting, to appoint battering rams against the gates, to cast a mount, and to build a fort.
23And it shall be unto them as a false divination in their sight, to them that have sworn oaths: but he will call to remembrance the iniquity, that they may be taken.
24Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because ye have made your iniquity to be remembered, in that your transgressions are discovered, so that in all your doings your sins do appear; because, I say, that ye are come to remembrance, ye shall be taken with the hand.
25And thou, profane wicked prince of Israel, whose day is come, when iniquity shall have an end,

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to trust God's promises in difficult times?

2

How do you discern between truth and falsehood in your life?

3

When have you experienced the consequences of misplaced trust?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on the promises of God and how they can provide hope amidst uncertainty. Write down a promise that resonates with you.

decision-making

Be cautious of influences that lead you away from God's truth. Seek counsel from trusted spiritual leaders.

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