Third Sunday in Pentecost
Jun 13, 2021 • Pastor Paul F. Becker • Ezekiel 17:22–24
When God plants His Kingdom and causes it to flourish, it becomes a blessing and a sign to all the world that He remains faithful to His Word.
1.God plants His Kingdom in the place and manner that pleases Him
a.God takes a sprig from the lofty top of the cedar
b.He plants it on Israel’s high mountain to become majestic
2.God causes His Kingdom to flourish as a blessing for the world
a.Birds of every kind make their nests and take shelter
b.From every tribe and tongue, people and nation
3.God makes His Kingdom a sign that He is faithful to His Word
a.Everyone will know who is the One, True God
b.He resists the proud but gives grace to the humble