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Ezekiel commanded to prophesy to the elements of nature. Because of the hardness of the hearts of the people the prophecy is not directed precisely to them but they got the message. There would be no hiding place once the Lord started to judge them. Their false worship of idols was to be broken and the area occupied by their idols would be desecrated by the carcasses of those slain. Complete destruction of the objects of their wayward worship would be accomplished. Eze. 5:1-7 Dare we apply such misguided worship to todayís world? Even in the church world there are inanimate objects, religious symbols, by which security and protection is sought by their display. Every segment of life has those who are termed to be stars, idols, trend setters whom the population of the earth seek to emulate in action and attire. From sports to the pulpit their popularity elevates them to the status of a champion. Oh yes, we have modern day living idols who are sought after by screaming mobs of people where ever they go. They are also invited into our homes where we sit before them and admire every action and word. Jesus said; ìYou shall worship the LORD your God and Him only you shall serve. Mt. 4:10
A remnant to be left, after the visitation of the enemy army, who were to be scattered among the nations and taken into captivity. These are like the seven thousand who had not bowed the knee to Baal. 1 Kings 19:18 In spite of such religious corruption, there are always those who are the minority and have not followed the way of worship conducted by the people of their generation. Much like Lot who was daily vexed with the filthy communication to which he was subjected. 2 Peter 2:7 While in captivity, they would remember the Lord. Eze. 5:8-9 It is a fact of life and scriptural that trouble causes many to turn back to the Lord. Ps. 78:34
On the surface the actions of the Lord may seem to be harsh. But, consider His feelings as the prophet expressed them. His love for them had been greatly violated. Thus, He was broken hearted. This was not a light frivolous feeling or emotion. He is the Lord from whom all emotions flow. He had constantly demonstrated His love and passion for them. Is there a harder thing to face in life than utter rejection? In the eyes and emotions of the Lord, He considered Himself married to them. Jer. 3:14 Therefore, when they turned their backs on Him and sought after the idols of the heathen, He considered it to be adultery. Their eyes were filled, they had eyes only for their idols. Their abominations had become too much for the Lord.