Living in the Light of God’s Presence

I wonder what you think of when you hear Ezekiel? The Old Testament prophet, who has a book named after him, is paid less attention to than many other books of the Bible. Perhaps this is because of his bizarre visions or prophecies of judgement or the length of this 52-chapter book.

Ezekiel brought God’s word to his people at the lowest point in their history, as they suffered the trauma of exile. But, with exile, they had the opportunity to renew their faith and hope in God himself. Although God had judged his people, he would also restore them and dwell with them for ever – promises that find their ultimate fulfilment in Christ.

(Anthony Billington, LICC)

At CBC we believe all of God’s word can help all of God’s people to know God better and equip us to live for him on our frontlines. That’s why we are spending 6 weeks at the start of 2025 diving into this book together. Our series is entitled Ezekiel – Living in the Light of God’s Presence.

1.      The Glory God Displays (Ezekiel 1:1-28)

2.      The Idolatry God Detests (Ezekiel 8:1-18)

3.      The Covenant God Keeps (Ezekiel 16:1-63)

4.      The Nations God Judges (Ezekiel 25:1-17)

5.      The People God Restores (Ezekiel 36:24-28 and 37:1-14)

6.      The Presence God Establishes (Ezekiel 47:1-12)

To help you get the most out of this series and book, the following things may help:

-          Watch an overview of the book of Ezekiel by The Bible Project. Part 1 and Part 2.

-          Look at the same passages we are preaching from with your small group using the study guide from LICC that we are recommending for Small Groups. Bruno is providing these for Small Group Facilitators.

-          Read through the book of Ezekiel at the start of 2025 using this Bible Reading Plan.