Ezekiel 15:7
And I will set my face against them, they shall goe out from one fire, and another fire shall deuoure them, and ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I set my face against them. Ezekiel 15:7 (KJV)
Ezekiel 15 presents a vivid metaphor in which the prophet uses a vine to represent the people of Jerusalem. The chapter conveys a message of judgment against Jerusalem for its unfaithfulness and idolatry, illustrating how God views the city’s spiritual condition.
In verse 2 the prophet poses a rhetorical question: “What is the vine tree more than any tree, or than a branch which is among the trees of the forest?” The point being made is that, although a vine is not considered as valuable as other trees, it still serves a purpose. It provides wood that can be used for various needs, and ultimately it serves as fuel for fire.
The subsequent verses explain that when the vine becomes useless it is thrown into the fire and consumed. This imagery prepares the reader for the stark warning that follows in verse 7, where the severity of God’s judgment is expressed.
Verse 7 declares, “And I will set my face against them; they shall go out from one fire, and another fire shall devour them; and ye shall know that I am the LORD, when I set my face against them.” The phrase “I will set my face against them” signifies God’s opposition and disapproval of the people’s actions. It indicates that He will withdraw His favour and protection, turning His full attention toward their punishment.
The metaphor of fire illustrates the inevitable consequence: the people will emerge from one fire only to be met by another fire that completely devours them. This double‑fire imagery underscores the totality of the coming devastation.
Thus the verse serves as a solemn warning to Jerusalem. Because of persistent disobedience and idolatry, the city faces imminent judgment that is both just and unavoidable. When the people experience the consequences of their actions, they will come to recognize that the LORD is sovereign, acknowledging His authority and power as the source of both judgment and redemption.
