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WHAT IS A WATCHMAN?
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Ezekiel 33
Memorise Ezekiel 33:7 "I have set thee watchman unto the house of Israel"
WHAT IS A WATCHMAN?
Early on in his ministry, Ezekiel was called by God to be a watchman. His commission from God was for him to "hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me" (Ezekiel 3:17). This is something he fulfilled to the letter, for he faithfully delivered God’s Word to them, not only through his words, but also through his actions in the many object lessons that he performed for them.
Now in chapter 33, Ezekiel was once again commissioned to be a watchman, to warn them again to repent, for now Jerusalem had already fallen. Here we see a short description of what a watchman was like. The word ‘watchman’ literally carries the idea of one who would ‘lean forward, that is to peer into the distance’. He was to be like a forward scout, standing atop a high tower. He was to be constantly on the lookout, watching for enemies approaching, to see what sort of threat they posed. Whilst on duty, he had to be vigilant, alert and awake, set on high ground with a commanding view of the areas around him. When he sees the enemy approaching, his duty is then to warn. He is to blow the trumpet and sound the alarm. He is to rouse the people and tell them of the impending danger. If he does do so and the people respond, then all is well. If the people hear but do not take heed, then he is not to be blamed, for he had done his job. However, if he were to be derelict in his duty, and the enemy comes unawares and destroys the city, then their blood is on his hands. That is the critical nature of his job, for a single slack watchman who is sleeping on the job could cause the fall of the city.
As a watchman for Israel, Ezekiel’s job was to sound the warning of Israel’s impending judgment from the hand of God. He was to chastise them of their sins and warn of the punishment that God would bring to them. They might not listen, but on his part he was to tirelessly preach and warn, so that when judgment comes, they would have no excuse.
For us, we too are called to be watchmen – vigilant, alert and ready to tell of the Lord’s coming. Our friends and family around us are in danger, but they are yet unaware. Will you do your part and sound the alarm?
Thought: A watchman must open his eyes to watch, and open his mouth to warn. Prayer: Lord may You help me to be a watchman to my loved ones.
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Ezekiel 33
Memorise Ezekiel 33:7 "I have set thee watchman unto the house of Israel"
WHAT IS A WATCHMAN?
Early on in his ministry, Ezekiel was called by God to be a watchman. His commission from God was for him to "hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me" (Ezekiel 3:17). This is something he fulfilled to the letter, for he faithfully delivered God’s Word to them, not only through his words, but also through his actions in the many object lessons that he performed for them.
Now in chapter 33, Ezekiel was once again commissioned to be a watchman, to warn them again to repent, for now Jerusalem had already fallen. Here we see a short description of what a watchman was like. The word ‘watchman’ literally carries the idea of one who would ‘lean forward, that is to peer into the distance’. He was to be like a forward scout, standing atop a high tower. He was to be constantly on the lookout, watching for enemies approaching, to see what sort of threat they posed. Whilst on duty, he had to be vigilant, alert and awake, set on high ground with a commanding view of the areas around him. When he sees the enemy approaching, his duty is then to warn. He is to blow the trumpet and sound the alarm. He is to rouse the people and tell them of the impending danger. If he does do so and the people respond, then all is well. If the people hear but do not take heed, then he is not to be blamed, for he had done his job. However, if he were to be derelict in his duty, and the enemy comes unawares and destroys the city, then their blood is on his hands. That is the critical nature of his job, for a single slack watchman who is sleeping on the job could cause the fall of the city.
As a watchman for Israel, Ezekiel’s job was to sound the warning of Israel’s impending judgment from the hand of God. He was to chastise them of their sins and warn of the punishment that God would bring to them. They might not listen, but on his part he was to tirelessly preach and warn, so that when judgment comes, they would have no excuse.
For us, we too are called to be watchmen – vigilant, alert and ready to tell of the Lord’s coming. Our friends and family around us are in danger, but they are yet unaware. Will you do your part and sound the alarm?
Thought: A watchman must open his eyes to watch, and open his mouth to warn. Prayer: Lord may You help me to be a watchman to my loved ones.
Posted in Teens RPG