In chapter 32 we see The Lord speaking through Ezekiel about God's judgment on Egypt. They are so rebellious that they had to be struck down to acknowledge God's power and authority in their lives. Fifteen days later the Lord reveals the same fate for their allies.
In chapter 33 the Lord tells them to appoint a watchman to warn of the impending battle the Lord will bring They will be warned by Him blowing a trumpet. Then He tells Ezekiel He has been appointed to be the watchmen over His people. Tell them that their sin is God's people are trusting in the wrong thing. They are trusting in their righteousness. What does the The Lord say our righteousness? Compared to the Lord's righteousness, our acts of righteousness are as filthy rags. He says unless our righteousness exceeds that of the Pharisees, we will not enter the Kingdom of heaven. We are to put our trust in Him, not our good acts of righteousness.
In chapter 34 we see the responsibility God requires of His under shepherds. He wants us to care for the injured, weak and brokenhearted. We are to take good care of those whom God has entrusted us with. There will be a time of reward and accountability for these assignments. Then He tells us He will bring justice to His people and make a covenant of peace with them. He promises blessing, peace, provision and protection. What more could we ask for?
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