Daily Text and Meditation
Tuesday, December 24
Eat this scroll, and go, speak to the house of Israel.—Ezek. 3:1.
Ezekiel needed to absorb fully the message he was to deliver. It had to become part of him, as it were, affecting his inmost feelings. Then something surprising happened. Ezekiel discovered that the scroll “was as sweet as honey.” (Ezek. 3:3) Why? For Ezekiel, the honor of representing Jehovah was a sweet, or a pleasant, experience. (Ps. 19:8-11) He was grateful that Jehovah had approved of him to serve as his prophet. Later, Jehovah told Ezekiel: “Take to heart and listen to all my words that I speak to you.” (Ezek. 3:10) With those instructions, Jehovah told Ezekiel to store in his memory the words written in the scroll and to meditate on them. Doing so nourished Ezekiel personally. It also provided him with a powerful message to deliver to the people. (Ezek. 3:11) With God’s message in his heart and on his lips, Ezekiel was ready to take on his assignment and fulfill it. w22.11 6 ¶12-14
Meditation
Lesson:
Internalize the Message, Spread the Joy
What is the main point?
The main point of the text is that Ezekiel needed to fully absorb and internalize God's message before delivering it to the people of Israel. The commentary emphasizes the sweetness of the message for Ezekiel, as he felt honored to represent Jehovah. It highlights the importance of meditation on God's words for personal nourishment and effective ministry.
What is another example from the Bible that has to do with the text?
Another example from the Bible is the Apostle John, who expressed in Revelation 10:9-10 that he tasted the little scroll and found it sweet in his mouth but bitter in his stomach. This reflects a similar duality in receiving God's message: the joy of the message alongside the solemn responsibilities it entails.
What does this teach us about Jehovah?
This teaches us that Jehovah values deep personal engagement with His message. He desires His servants to understand and internalize His words, which enrich their spiritual lives and prepare them for their responsibilities in proclaiming His will.
What are the practical applications in the life of a Christian?
Practical applications for a Jehovah's Witness include making time for personal study and meditation on the scriptures, ensuring that the Kingdom message becomes a part of their daily thoughts and actions. Examples include reflecting on Bible passages during personal study sessions, discussing spiritual topics during family meals, or using encouraging scriptures when offering support to fellow Witnesses.
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