Man's Look and God's Look: Two Gazes of Covenant
Ezekiel 66:2 presents a reciprocal vision of divine regard. Man is a creature requiring help, and the text instructs where that help originates. Man's Look...
This is historical examples on mutual covenant between God and humanity and the power of humble reliance, drawing on Ezekiel 7:7.
Ezekiel 66:2 presents a reciprocal vision of divine regard. Man is a creature requiring help, and the text instructs where that help originates. Man's Look comprises three elements: First, it is Personal—"I will look." Whatever cost, whoever else refuses, the individual resolves before Yahweh. Second, it is Reliance—"unto the Lord." In weakness, confusion, and difficulty, the gaze turns upward. Third, it focuses on the Object—Jehovah Himself, able, willing, and having promised aid.…
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