True Worship vs. Corrupt Worship (Ezekiel 8-9)
Podcast: The Carson Center PodcastPublished On: Wed Nov 20 2024
Description: In this lecture, Don Carson discusses Ezekiel’s visions from God in Ezekiel 8–9, which convey Jerusalem’s widespread idolatry and sinfulness. He contrasts the corruptibility of false worship with the necessity of true worship, and he connects the importance of authentic worship to historical awakenings. Carson underscores that without a clear moral vision, society risks decay.He teaches the following:Ezekiel's denunciation of corrupt worship that relativized GodHow corrupt worship dulls moral vision and invites divine judgmentThe Western world's interest in worship and search for spiritualityThe idol of jealousy in Ezekiel’s vision as an example of syncretismGod’s judgment of participants of corrupt worship and his mercy on those who grieve over their sinHow Ezekiel’s vision shows the moral impetus behind the Great AwakeningHelp The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow. Let's Build Together: Donate Today at tgc.org/together
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