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Key Takeaways
- In Ezekiel 29–32, the prophet emphasizes that powerful empires built upon violence, conquest, and human pride will ultimately pass away.
- Ezekiel marks time by the captivity of King Jehoiachin, whose name translates to 'The Lord will uphold,' serving as a reminder of God's steadfastness during long seasons of exile.
- Revelation 11 widens the prophetic horizon, declaring that the kingdoms of this world will give way to the eternal reign of our Lord and His Christ.
- Jesus conquers not through violence or self-exaltation, but through self-giving love, emptying Himself and serving humanity.
- Seasons of waiting and captivity are not permanent, and just as Jehoiachin was eventually released from prison and given a place at the king's table, God continues to offer grace and restoration.
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One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus’ kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved.
TODAY'S EPISODE:
Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! On this September 5th episode, Hunter guides us through Ezekiel 29–32 and Revelation 11.
Ezekiel speaks into a world dominated by powerful empires. Egypt appears strong and permanent, but the prophet reminds us that nations built upon violence, conquest, and human pride eventually pass away. Assyria, Egypt, Tyre, Ethiopia, and the other great powers all seemed invincible in their day. None of them were.
Against this backdrop, Ezekiel repeatedly marks time according to the captivity of King Jehoiachin. His very name carries a reminder that God upholds. Even while Jehoiachin remains imprisoned and God's people live in exile, God has not forgotten them.
Revelation 11 widens the horizon even further. The kingdoms that appear to rule the world do not possess the future. John hears the declaration that the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign forever.
Today's devotion is an invitation for anyone who feels trapped in a season of waiting, loss, or captivity. The circumstances that seem permanent are not permanent. Empires fall. Seasons end. Prison doors open. But the steadfast love of God endures forever.
TODAY'S DEVOTION:
He is steadfast.
Ezekiel is marking time.
Again and again, he tells us where he is in the story by measuring the years, months, and days of King Jehoiachin's captivity.
Jehoiachin has been taken away to Babylon.
The king is in prison.
Jerusalem is broken.
God's people are scattered.
And Ezekiel is counting the days.
Maybe you know what that feels like.
Sometimes we measure our lives according to our own captivity.
It has been six months since the diagnosis.
Three years since the relationship ended.
Five years since the loss.
Ten years since the dream disappeared.
We remember when life changed, and without realizing it, we begin measuring everything from that moment.
Ezekiel does something like that.
But there is something fascinating about the name of this captive king.
Jehoiachin means something like, “The Lord will uphold.”
Imagine that.
Every time Ezekiel marks another year of captivity, he speaks the name of a man whose very name bears witness to the steadfastness of God.
The Lord will uphold.
The circumstances seem to say otherwise.
Babylon appears to have won.
The great empires seem permanent.
Egypt looks powerful.
The gods of war appear to rule the world.
But Ezekiel looks across history and reminds us that these empires come and go.
Assyria comes and goes.
Egypt comes and goes.
Tyre comes and goes.
Babylon itself will come and go.
The kingdoms built through violence, fear, conquest, and domination eventually find their way into the grave.
But God remains.
He is steadfast.
He upholds.
And Revelation 11 gives us an extraordinary picture of where all of this is heading.
John hears loud voices in heaven declaring that the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ.
And he will reign forever.
That is the direction of history.
Not toward the endless reign of Babylon.
Not toward the endless reign of Egypt.
Not toward the endless reign of violence, fear, greed, or death.
History is moving toward Christ.
The kingdoms of this world will give way to the kingdom of our Lord and his Christ.
And his kingdom is unlike the kingdoms we build.
Jesus does not conquer through violence.
He conquers through self-giving love.
He does not climb over others to seize a throne.
He empties himself.
He kneels.
He serves.
He gives his life.
This is our King.
And this King is steadfast.
Maybe you're going through a hard time today.
Maybe you're measuring time according to the days of your captivity.
If so, remember Jehoiachin.
For more than thirty years he lived as a prisoner in Babylon.
Thirty years is a long time to wait.
But his story wasn't over.
Eventually a new king came to the throne of Babylon. Jehoiachin was released from prison. His prison clothes were removed. He was given new clothes, and a permanent place was prepared for him at the king's table.
What a picture of grace.
The prisoner is brought out.
He is clothed.
He is given a seat at the table.
That sounds a lot like the gospel to me.
God has not forgotten you in your captivity.
He is steadfast.
He will uphold you.
The circumstances you see today are not the whole story.
The powers that frighten us are temporary.
The grave is not permanent.
Death does not get the final word.
Christ does.
So live today in the light of the steadfast God of your salvation.
Trust his heart even when you cannot understand his timing.
Remember that he is holding you even when you feel like you are barely holding on.
His faithful love endures forever.
That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you.
May it be so.
TODAY'S PRAYERS:
Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.
Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen
And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Bible chapters are covered in Ezekiel 29 32 Revelation 11?
This episode covers Ezekiel chapters 29 through 32 and Revelation chapter 11 as part of the Daily Bible in a Year reading plan.
What is the meaning behind King Jehoiachin's captivity in Ezekiel?
Ezekiel repeatedly marks time by Jehoiachin's captivity in Babylon to remind the exiles that even in suffering, God has not forgotten them; furthermore, Jehoiachin's name means 'The Lord will uphold.'
How does Revelation 11 connect to the message of Ezekiel?
While Ezekiel highlights the temporary nature of human empires like Egypt and Assyria, Revelation 11 declares that the kingdoms of this world will ultimately become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ.
What is the focus of the daily devotion on Ezekiel 29 32 Revelation 11?
The devotion focuses on the steadfast love of God, encouraging listeners who feel trapped in seasons of waiting or loss to trust that earthly hardships are temporary and Christ's kingdom is eternal.
