September 4, 2011 (Ezekiel 22-24; Revelation 9)
From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:
Scripture: “I searched for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand in the gap before Me for the land, so that I would not destroy it; but I found no one.” Ezekiel 22:30 NASB
Observation: Israel had completely abandoned God and His standards and left God no choice but destruction. God has proven Himself to be a God of mercy and grace, yet when He looked for just one to stand in the gap for Israel, He found no one. Israel had many prophets sent to them and many opportunities to repent and turn from their wickedness, but they refused.
Application: Can God count on you to build up the wall and stand in the gap for this nation? Do you even know what would be required of you to do that? Are you willing to give up the friendship of the world to save the lost and dying? Standing up for God’s truth will get you ridiculed, persecuted, and possibility even killed, by the very one’s you’re trying to reach. A challenge like this is not for the physically strong and wealthy, but rather for the one who is totally dependant on God, for provision and protection.
Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for Your strength. Thank You for Your mercy and grace that You desire to extend to us daily. Help me Lord embrace Your standards. Help me understand Your word. Help me to walk in the way that’s pleasing to You. Protect me, provide for me, and strengthen me to build the wall and stand in the gap. Father, let the works of my hands and the steadfastness of my faith build Your Kingdom. In Jesus name, Amen.