Introduction

Good morning family! Today, we're diving deep into the prophetic and somewhat mysterious waters of Ezekiel 38 and 39. This text gives us a glimpse into God's plan for the End Times, the nations involved, and most importantly, God's ultimate victory.

Our Scripture reading today comes from Ezekiel 38:1-23 and 39:1-29. So, grab your Bibles and follow along as we dive into these power-packed prophetic verses.

Before we go any further, let's bow our heads in prayer.

Heavenly Father, we come to you with open hearts, ready to receive Your Word. Give us wisdom and understanding as we explore the mysteries of Ezekiel 38 and 39. Help us to see Your divine plan and to be reassured of Your ultimate victory. We ask for your guidance as we grapple with these complex themes and strive to understand how they apply to our lives today. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Now, let's dive into this fascinating text and uncover the treasures hidden within.

God's Plan for the End Times

In Ezekiel 38 and 39, we are given a glimpse of God's plan for the End Times. This plan, as outlined in these chapters, involves a great battle, the nations involved, and God's ultimate victory. It's a plan that, while filled with conflict and strife, ultimately leads to the triumph of God's kingdom.

The mention of a great battle: This battle is not just any battle, but one that involves many nations and is of such a magnitude that it can only be described as apocalyptic. The nations mentioned in these chapters include Gog, Magog, Meshech, Tubal, Persia, Cush, Put, Gomer, and Beth-togarmah. These nations, while they may not exist today in the form we know them, represent the nations of the world that will be involved in this great conflict.

Not one that is fought in the physical realm alone: It is a spiritual battle, one that involves the forces of good and evil. It is a battle for the souls of men and women, a battle for the kingdom of God. This is evident in the way that God is depicted as being directly involved in the battle, leading His people and fighting on their behalf.

What is the purpose of this battle?: Why does God allow such a conflict to take place? The answer lies in God's ultimate plan for the End Times. This plan, as revealed in these chapters, is not one of destruction and chaos, but one of restoration and peace. God allows this battle to take place to bring about the fulfillment of His promises, to bring about the establishment of His kingdom on earth.

God's power and sovereignty are clearly displayed: He is depicted as being in control of the events, directing the actions of the nations, and determining the outcome of the battle. This is a clear demonstration of God's sovereignty, of His power over the nations and the events of the world.

What comes after the battle: In Ezekiel 39, we see a glimpse of what this looks like. After the battle, there is a time of cleansing and restoration. The land is cleansed from the defilement of the battle, the people are restored to their land, and God's presence is once again dwelling among His people.

The ultimate goal of God's plan for the End Times: The establishment of His kingdom on earth, a kingdom where peace and righteousness reign, where God's presence is felt, and where His people live in harmony with Him and with each other.

Ultimately a plan of hope: It's a plan that assures us of God's victory, of His control over the events of the world, and of His love for His people.

The Nations Involved in the End Times

As we delve into the second point of our sermon, the nations involved in the End Times, we find ourselves navigating through a complex web of nations and alliances prophesied in Ezekiel 38 and 39 ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO