Ezekiel 7:6
An end is come, the end is come, it watcheth for thee, behold, it is come. Ezekiel 7:6 (KJV)
The book of Ezekiel is a prophetic book in the Old Testament, and the prophet Ezekiel was called by God to deliver messages of judgment and warning to the Israelites during their exile in Babylon. In chapter 7, God instructs Ezekiel to prophesy against the land of Israel, particularly Jerusalem, for their wickedness and rebellion.
In Ezekiel 7:6 the repeated phrase “the end is come” underscores the certainty and urgency of the impending judgment. God declares that the time of judgment has arrived for Israel, signifying the finality of His judgment and the culmination of their disobedience.
The proclamation extends to the whole nation: “The end is come upon the four quarters of the land. The end is come, the end is come: I will make the land desolate, and Jerusalem a desolation.” This vivid language conveys the totality of the coming devastation and the desolation that will overtake both the countryside and the holy city.
The verse also states that the end “wakeeth” for the people, implying that judgment is actively seeking them out like a vigilant sentinel. The inevitability of the end is emphasized; the people have no opportunity to evade the coming judgment, which is as unavoidable as a predator waiting for its prey. This serves as a stark warning to be aware of the consequences of their actions.
The phrase “behold, it is come” indicates that the judgment is not a distant future event but a present reality. God’s word is fulfilled, and His justice will prevail. The people are called to recognize and acknowledge the consequences of their sins, understanding that divine promises are always accomplished.
While this prophecy was directed specifically to Israel, timeless spiritual lessons emerge. The verse reminds believers of the consequences of sin and the certainty of divine judgment. It calls each person to examine their own life, to consider whether they are walking in accordance with God’s will, and to reflect on attitudes and actions. Ultimately, it urges a turn toward forgiveness and transformation through Christ, trusting that God’s justice and mercy are both at work in the lives of His people.
