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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The name of the city from that day shall be, The Lord is there - It would have been better to have retained the original words: - יהוה שמה Yehovah Shammah. This is an allusion to the shechinah, or symbol of the Divine Presence, which was in the first, but most certainly was not in the second temple; but Ezekiel tells us that the Divine Presence should be in the city of which he speaks; and should be there so fully and so powerfully, that it should give name to the city itself; and that the very name, Jehovah shammah, should remind all men of the supereminently glorious Being who had condescended to make this city his habitation. Two points must be considered here: - 1. That the prophet intended that, when they should be restored, they should build the temple, and divide the land as he here directs, if the thing could be found to be practicable. 2. That he had another temple, another holy city, another Promised Land, in view. The land of Immanuel, the city of the New Jerusalem; and his temple, the Christian Church, which is the house of the living God, Ti1 3:15, in which the presence of Christ shall ever be found; and all its inhabitants, all that believe on his name, shall be temples of the Holy Ghost. Nor can there be any reasonable doubt that the prophet here, by the Spirit of God, not only points out the return of the Israelites from the Babylonish captivity, and what was to befall them previously to the advent of Jesus Christ; but also the glorious spread of the Gospel in the earth, and the final conversion of the tribes of Israel by the preaching of that Gospel. In conclusion, I think it necessary to state, that there are but few of the prophets of the Old Testament who have left a more valuable treasure to the Church of God than Ezekiel. It is true, he is in several places obscure; but there is a great proportion of the work that is in the highest degree edifying; and several portions that for the depth of the salvation predicted, and the accuracy and minuteness of the description, have nothing equal to them in the Old Testament Scriptures. On such portions, I have felt it my duty to be very particular, that I might be able to point out spiritual beauties and excellencies in this book which are beyond all praise; while I passed slightly over prophecies and symbols which I did not fully understand; but have left to time, by the fulfillment of the events, to prove to successive generations with what heavenly wisdom this much neglected prophet has spoken. And I take this opportunity to recommend this book to the serious perusal of every pious man; and while he wonders at the extent of the wisdom by which Ezekiel has fathomed the depth of so many Divine mysteries, let him give God the glory for this additional testimony to the unsearchable riches of Christ, and that plenary salvation which he has purchased for, and freely offers to, the vilest of the vile, and to the whole of the descendants of Adam. Masoretic Notes Number of verses, 1, 273. Middle verse, Eze 26:1. Masoretic sections, 29.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Lord is there--Jehovah-Shammah. Not that the city will be called so in mere name, but that the reality will be best expressed by this descriptive title (Jer 3:17; Jer 33:16; Zac 2:10; Rev 21:3; Rev 22:3). Next: Daniel Introduction
Tyndale Open Study Notes
48:35 To cap off the whole vision, the city was given a new name, The Lord Is There. Although the Lord had once departed from Jerusalem and ordered its destruction because of its gross idolatry and bloodshed, the new city was so much a part of the new order of things that it could receive that name. This also implied that the bloody city condemned in earlier chapters had now been replaced by a holy city, fit for God to dwell among representatives of all twelve of Israel’s tribes (cp. Isa 4:2-6; Zech 14:20-21). Thus the prophecy of Ezek 37:26-27 finally reaches its conclusion and its fulfillment, as God establishes his sanctuary in the midst of his people forever, just as he promised.
Ezekiel 48:35
The City Gates and Dimensions
34And on the west side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Gad, the gate of Asher, and the gate of Naphtali. 35The perimeter of the city will be 18,000 cubits, and from that day on the name of the city will be: THE LORD IS THERE. ”
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The Persistent Purpose of God - Part 13
By T. Austin-Sparks2.0K44:34Purpose Of GodEZK 48:35EPH 2:19In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the church having a clear understanding of God's purpose and the cross. He explains that currently, the church has a progressive understanding of these things, but there will come a time when they will be fully realized. The speaker also highlights the significance of the city mentioned in the video, as it represents the vessel through which God is present in government. Additionally, the sermon emphasizes the example of Jesus and the necessity for the church to align with God's will and authority in order for God to fully commit himself to them.
The Name of Jehovah
By Chuck Smith1.3K37:16GEN 22:14EXO 17:15JDG 6:24PRO 18:10ISA 7:14JER 23:6EZK 48:35MAT 1:21This sermon focuses on the significance of the name Jehovah as a strong tower where the righteous can find safety and refuge. It delves into various compound names of Jehovah found in the Bible, such as Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Nissi, Jehovah Shalom, and Jehovah Tsidkenu, highlighting God's provision, protection, peace, and righteousness. The message emphasizes the importance of seeking refuge in Jesus, whose name means Jehovah is salvation, and finding strength and help in times of trouble by running into the strong tower of Jehovah.
The Name of the Lord
By Brian Brodersen94133:32GEN 22:14EXO 3:14EXO 15:26EXO 17:15LEV 20:8JDG 6:24PSA 23:1JER 23:6EZK 48:35This sermon delves into the progressive revelation of God's name throughout the Old Testament, culminating in the person of Jesus Christ. Each revelation of God's name signifies a different aspect of His character and provision for His people, from being the provider, healer, banner, sanctifier, peace-giver, shepherd, present help, to our righteousness. The sermon emphasizes the importance of resting on the foundation of who God is, knowing that He will become everything we need in the future.
Second Coming of Christ_pt 14 When Time Shall Be No More
By Aeron Morgan91357:48Second ComingEXO 25:8PSA 42:1EZK 48:35MAT 6:33ACT 17:11REV 21:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the infinite holiness of God and the vast difference between God and humanity. He highlights the incredible prospect of being in the presence of divine holiness without any consciousness of personal sin. The preacher also emphasizes the importance of subjecting all teachings and experiences to the scrutiny of God's revealed word. He concludes by affirming the sufficiency and trustworthiness of the Bible in providing knowledge about the afterlife, heaven, hell, angels, and the redeemed or lost. The sermon encourages believers to rely on the sacrifice of Jesus, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the advocacy of God in order to prepare for the sight of holiness above.
(Through the Bible) Ezekiel
By Zac Poonen57457:02EZK 36:25EZK 37:1EZK 43:1EZK 47:1EZK 48:35This sermon delves into the book of Ezekiel, highlighting the prophet's messages of warning, hope, and restoration for God's people. It emphasizes the importance of humility, holiness, and the work of the Holy Spirit in building the new covenant church. The sermon encourages a deep desire for the fullness of the Spirit, leading to a life detached from earthly things and fully surrendered to God's will.
The Character of God
By Timothy Dwight0GEN 39:9JOB 1:8JOB 42:1PSA 119:68PSA 139:23PSA 145:9EZK 48:35HAB 1:13ACT 14:17JAS 1:171JN 3:3Timothy Dwight preaches on the story of Job, a righteous man who faced immense suffering and accusations from his friends. Despite his trials, Job maintained his integrity and eventually humbled himself before God. The sermon emphasizes that clear and just views of God's character naturally lead to humility and repentance in individuals. It highlights the importance of realizing God's presence, sovereignty, and goodness, which should evoke abasing and penitential thoughts about ourselves, acknowledging our dependence on Him and our obligation to obey His commands.
Horizoned by Purpose
By T. Austin-Sparks0Distinctiveness of FaithPurpose in ChristEZK 1:26EZK 48:35EPH 1:9T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that purpose is intrinsically linked to Christ, presenting them as complementary rather than separate entities. He illustrates this connection through the Scriptures of Ezekiel and Ephesians, highlighting how both begin with a divine throne and culminate in a corporate expression of God's glory. Sparks warns against the loss of distinctiveness in both Israel and the Church, noting that unfaithfulness to God's revealed purpose leads to confusion and weakness. He stresses the importance of the Holy Spirit's energy in fulfilling God's purpose, urging believers to remain committed and surrendered to the Spirit's leading. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a return to a purpose-conscious faith, contrasting it with the perplexity that often characterizes modern Christianity.
The King Gives Victory
By Theodore Epp0Victory in ChristOvercoming Sin2SA 5:7PSA 48:1EZK 48:35ROM 8:31Theodore Epp emphasizes that just as David conquered the seemingly impregnable fortress of the Jebusites, we too can overcome deeply entrenched habits of sin through the strength of Jesus Christ. The stronghold of Zion became not only David's capital but also a symbol of God's ultimate victory and presence among His people. Epp encourages believers to rely on Christ as their King in the battle against sin, reminding us that we cannot achieve victory on our own. The sermon highlights the importance of faith and divine assistance in overcoming life's challenges, echoing the assurance that if God is for us, no one can stand against us.
Improve God's Name
By Ralph Erskine0GEN 22:14EXO 17:15JOS 20:2PSA 18:10PSA 46:1PSA 65:2PSA 103:13PSA 106:8ISA 9:6ISA 51:3ISA 53:5JER 23:6EZK 48:35COL 3:11Ralph Erskine preaches on the significance of God's name in salvation, emphasizing how God's mercy and goodness are displayed for the sake of His name. Believers are encouraged to praise God for His attributes and to seek His intervention in every aspect of their lives based on His different names that correspond to their needs, such as Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, and Prince of Peace. The sermon underscores the assurance that God will fulfill His promises and provide for His people according to His name, urging believers to trust in His name for their salvation and every necessity.
The Ultimate Criterion
By T. Austin-Sparks0The Church as God's DwellingGod's PresenceGEN 1:31EXO 25:9EZK 47:9EZK 48:35HAG 2:3MAL 3:1MAT 28:20JHN 1:14JHN 3:3ACT 17:31T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that God's ultimate desire is to dwell among His people, as seen from the beginning of creation when He declared it 'very good'. He traces the history of God's presence from the Garden of Eden to the Tabernacle and Temple, highlighting the failures of Israel to fulfill their purpose as God's habitation. The sermon reveals that the Incarnation of Christ and the coming of the Holy Spirit mark significant expressions of God's intention to dwell with humanity. Sparks stresses that the true criterion for any church or gathering is the presence of God, which is contingent upon the exaltation of Christ, the centrality of the Cross, and the measure of Christ in believers. Ultimately, he calls for a preparation of hearts and communities to ensure that God can fully manifest His presence among them.
The Incarnation
By T. Austin-Sparks0The IncarnationRedemptionGEN 1:31EZK 48:35JHN 1:17JHN 17:4ROM 7:14ROM 8:17GAL 2:20EPH 4:21HEB 2:101PE 1:9T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the Incarnation is central to understanding the truth of Jesus Christ, asserting that true knowledge of God comes through a personal relationship with Him. He explains that the Incarnation serves three primary purposes: the reclamation of man from sin, the reconstitution of man to restore his intended state, and the perfecting and glorifying of man through faith. Sparks highlights that the essence of redemption is not merely in what Jesus did, but in who He is, as He embodies the very nature of redemption itself. The sermon underscores the importance of faith in Jesus as the means through which believers can experience these aspects of redemption in their lives.
"The Lord Is There"
By T. Austin-Sparks0Commitment to GodGod's PresenceEZK 48:35EPH 2:19T. Austin-Sparks concludes his studies in Ezekiel by emphasizing the profound truth that 'The Lord is there,' which encapsulates God's ultimate purpose for humanity and creation. He explains that God desires to commit Himself to man, but this can only happen when man is free from the influence of Satan and is aligned with Christ, who represents the fulfillment of righteousness. Sparks highlights that for God to dwell among His people, the Church must understand God's purpose, His way, and the significance of the Cross. He stresses that the presence of God is contingent upon the glorification of Christ and the Church's alignment with divine principles. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper spiritual understanding and commitment to God's vision for His dwelling among us.
The Feasts and the Names
By Arno Clemens Gaebelein0GEN 22:14EXO 15:26EXO 17:15LEV 23:9DEU 16:13JDG 6:24JER 23:5EZK 48:35ACT 2:1Arno Clemens Gaebelein preaches about the significance of the seven yearly feasts commanded by the Lord to His people Israel, which not only held historical and worship importance but also had profound prophetic meanings, revealing the entire plan of redemption. These feasts, from the Feast of Passover to the Feast of Tabernacles, symbolize key aspects of redemption, such as the atoning work of the Cross, the resurrection of Christ, the out-calling of the church by the Holy Spirit, and the future restoration and glory of Israel during the millennium. The compound names of Jehovah found in the Old Testament Scriptures are also explored in connection with these feasts, emphasizing God's provision, healing, peace, righteousness, and presence throughout the redemptive plan.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The name of the city from that day shall be, The Lord is there - It would have been better to have retained the original words: - יהוה שמה Yehovah Shammah. This is an allusion to the shechinah, or symbol of the Divine Presence, which was in the first, but most certainly was not in the second temple; but Ezekiel tells us that the Divine Presence should be in the city of which he speaks; and should be there so fully and so powerfully, that it should give name to the city itself; and that the very name, Jehovah shammah, should remind all men of the supereminently glorious Being who had condescended to make this city his habitation. Two points must be considered here: - 1. That the prophet intended that, when they should be restored, they should build the temple, and divide the land as he here directs, if the thing could be found to be practicable. 2. That he had another temple, another holy city, another Promised Land, in view. The land of Immanuel, the city of the New Jerusalem; and his temple, the Christian Church, which is the house of the living God, Ti1 3:15, in which the presence of Christ shall ever be found; and all its inhabitants, all that believe on his name, shall be temples of the Holy Ghost. Nor can there be any reasonable doubt that the prophet here, by the Spirit of God, not only points out the return of the Israelites from the Babylonish captivity, and what was to befall them previously to the advent of Jesus Christ; but also the glorious spread of the Gospel in the earth, and the final conversion of the tribes of Israel by the preaching of that Gospel. In conclusion, I think it necessary to state, that there are but few of the prophets of the Old Testament who have left a more valuable treasure to the Church of God than Ezekiel. It is true, he is in several places obscure; but there is a great proportion of the work that is in the highest degree edifying; and several portions that for the depth of the salvation predicted, and the accuracy and minuteness of the description, have nothing equal to them in the Old Testament Scriptures. On such portions, I have felt it my duty to be very particular, that I might be able to point out spiritual beauties and excellencies in this book which are beyond all praise; while I passed slightly over prophecies and symbols which I did not fully understand; but have left to time, by the fulfillment of the events, to prove to successive generations with what heavenly wisdom this much neglected prophet has spoken. And I take this opportunity to recommend this book to the serious perusal of every pious man; and while he wonders at the extent of the wisdom by which Ezekiel has fathomed the depth of so many Divine mysteries, let him give God the glory for this additional testimony to the unsearchable riches of Christ, and that plenary salvation which he has purchased for, and freely offers to, the vilest of the vile, and to the whole of the descendants of Adam. Masoretic Notes Number of verses, 1, 273. Middle verse, Eze 26:1. Masoretic sections, 29.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Lord is there--Jehovah-Shammah. Not that the city will be called so in mere name, but that the reality will be best expressed by this descriptive title (Jer 3:17; Jer 33:16; Zac 2:10; Rev 21:3; Rev 22:3). Next: Daniel Introduction
Tyndale Open Study Notes
48:35 To cap off the whole vision, the city was given a new name, The Lord Is There. Although the Lord had once departed from Jerusalem and ordered its destruction because of its gross idolatry and bloodshed, the new city was so much a part of the new order of things that it could receive that name. This also implied that the bloody city condemned in earlier chapters had now been replaced by a holy city, fit for God to dwell among representatives of all twelve of Israel’s tribes (cp. Isa 4:2-6; Zech 14:20-21). Thus the prophecy of Ezek 37:26-27 finally reaches its conclusion and its fulfillment, as God establishes his sanctuary in the midst of his people forever, just as he promised.