Ezekiel 7:1-9:11
Hebrews 5:1-14
Psalm 105:1-15
Proverbs 26:28

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When We Stop Taking God Seriously

New Testament: Hebrews 5:1-14 | Are We Growing or Just Hearing?

Hebrews begins by explaining that a high priest is appointed by God to represent people before Him. Jesus did not take this honor for Himself. The Father appointed Him as His Son and as a priest forever after the order of Melchisedec.

Although He was the Son, Jesus learned obedience through the things He suffered. This does not mean He had been disobedient. He was without sin. It means that He fully experienced obedience in the hardest circumstances, even unto death. Having been made perfect in that sense, He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.

Then the writer turns from Christ to the readers. They had become dull of hearing. They had heard the truth long enough to be teachers, but they still needed the elementary truths of God’s Word. They were unskilled in the word of righteousness and still needed milk instead of strong meat.

God takes our response to His Word seriously. Hearing truth without growing in obedience is not spiritual maturity. We should ask whether we are receiving Scripture with a willing heart and putting it into practice.

Old Testament: Ezekiel 7:1-9:11 | When God’s Warnings Are Ignored

Ezekiel announces that the end has come upon the land of Israel because of its abominations and rebellion. The people had trusted in their own strength, their wealth, and their religious forms, but they had turned away from the Lord. The coming judgment would leave no room for escape.

The vision in chapter 8 shows the evil being committed even in the temple. The leaders practiced idolatry and believed the Lord did not see them. But He did see, and He judged righteously. In chapter 9, those who grieved over the abominations were marked, while judgment fell on the rest.

This passage warns us against treating God as though He is absent or indifferent. He sees what is hidden, knows the heart, and calls His people to turn from evil. His patience must never be mistaken for approval.

Psalms: Psalm 105:1-15 | Remember His Works and Seek Him

Psalm 105 calls God’s people to give thanks, make His deeds known, sing to Him, and remember His wonderful works. It tells the Lord’s people to seek Him continually and to remember His covenant.

The psalm also recalls how God protected His servants Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The Lord was faithful to His promise even when His people were few and vulnerable. Remembering what God has done strengthens faith and turns our hearts away from self-reliance.

When we take God seriously, we do not merely acknowledge Him occasionally. We seek Him, praise Him, remember His Word, and trust His faithfulness.

Proverbs: Proverbs 26:28 | The Danger of a Lying Tongue

Proverbs 26:28 says, “A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.” Deception harms the person who is targeted, and flattering words can destroy rather than help.

God cares about the truthfulness of our speech. We must not use lies to control people or flattering words to gain an advantage. Taking God seriously means speaking truthfully and refusing words that injure others.

Bringing Today’s Reading Together | Hebrews 5, Ezekiel 7-9, Psalm 105, Proverbs 26

Today’s readings show two different responses to God. Hebrews warns against becoming dull of hearing. Ezekiel shows what happens when people repeatedly ignore God’s warnings and practice evil. Psalm 105 calls us to remember the Lord and seek Him continually. Proverbs reminds us that even our words must be governed by truth.

The central truth is simple: God has spoken, and He expects us to take His Word seriously. We cannot claim to honor Him while refusing to grow, hiding sin, trusting idols, or using deceptive speech. The right response is to listen, repent, remember His faithfulness, and obey Him.

Discussion Question

Where are you most tempted to hear God’s Word without responding to it, and what specific step of obedience should you take today?

Earlier Study Material

New Testament: Hebrews 5:1-14

Summary: Warning Against Apostasy

Overview: Hebrews –  Click Here

The Tragedy of Rejecting Full Revelation, Part 1

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