Ezekiel 33:30
Also thou sonne of man, the children of thy people still are talking against thee by the walles, and in the doores of the houses, and speake one to another, euery one to his brother, saying, Come, I pray you, and heare what is the word that commeth foorth from the Lord. Ezekiel 33:30 (KJV)
Background: The book of Ezekiel is a prophetic book in the Old Testament. Ezekiel was a prophet who lived during the Babylonian exile when the people of Israel were taken captive. The book contains prophecies, visions, and messages from God to the people of Israel.
The son of man: In this passage, God addresses Ezekiel as “thou son of man.” This term is used throughout the book of Ezekiel to refer to the prophet himself, emphasizing his role as a representative of humanity and a spokesperson for God.
The people talking about Ezekiel: The verse mentions that the children of Israel, represented as “the children of thy people,” were speaking about him by the walls and doors of their houses. This indicates that there was both interest or curiosity and a level of opposition, criticism, or gossip directed toward the prophet among the people.
Desiring to hear the word of the LORD: Despite the discussions and negative talk, the people still had an interest in hearing what Ezekiel had to say as a messenger of God. They would call on each other, saying, “Come, I pray you, and hear what is the word that cometh forth from the LORD,” or “Come, let us hear the word, which from the LORD shall come forth.” This shows that they recognized his prophetic role and the significance of the messages he received from God.
God’s faithfulness: Despite the challenges and opposition Ezekiel faced, God continued to speak through him and provide His word to the people. This demonstrates God’s faithfulness in ensuring that His message reaches those who are receptive.
Overall, Ezekiel 33:30 reminds us of the challenges faced by prophets, the importance of being open to God’s message, and the faithfulness of God in ensuring His word is proclaimed.
