Ezekiel 33:31 · KJV
"And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness."
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 33:31 mean? →Passage Context
29Then shall they know that I am the LORD, when I have laid the land most desolate because of all their abominations which they have committed.
30Also, thou son of man, the children of thy people still are talking against thee by the walls and in the doors of the houses, and speak one to another, every one to his brother, saying, Come, I pray you, and hear what is the word that cometh forth from the LORD.
31And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.
32And, lo, thou art unto them as a very lovely song of one that hath a pleasant voice, and can play well on an instrument: for they hear thy words, but they do them not.
33And when this cometh to pass, (lo, it will come,) then shall they know that a prophet hath been among them.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you ensure your actions align with your beliefs?
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What does it mean for you to truly listen?
3
When have you struggled to follow through on your commitments?
Life Application
integrity
Make a conscious effort to live out your values in daily life.
commitment
Identify areas where you need to act on your beliefs.
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