S42 || For the Glory of His Name: Why God Restores the Undeserving || Ezekiel 36:1-20 || Session 42

A single claim reframes everything: restoration arrives not because the nation of Israel finally deserves it, but because God refuses to let His name be profaned among the other nations. We walk through the first half of Ezekiel chapter 36 step by step—why the prophet speaks to mountains and ravines, how neighboring nations like Edom misread Israel’s desolation as opportunity, and what Israel's exile broadcast to the world about God's strength and character. The result is a rigorous, grounded look at land, judgment, and hope that’s as historically concrete as it is spiritually piercing.

We revisit Israel’s entry into the land, the descent into idolatry and bloodshed, and the measured justice that scattered them among the nations. Then we confront the hard edge of the text: when the exiles arrive in foreign streets, the surrounding world sneers, “These are the Lord’s people, yet they’ve left His land.” That line becomes the turning point. God acts—not to reward improved behavior, but to vindicate His reputation and keep promises spoken long before any revival or reform. It’s a counterintuitive logic of grace that shatters pride and centers divine fidelity over human effort.

Join us for a clear, candid exploration of Ezekiel 36 that steadies faith, sharpens discernment, and widens awe. If this conversation challenges or encourages you, share it with a friend, subscribe for the next installment, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.

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