A watchman for God
Scripture: Ezekiel 33:6
‘But if the watchman sees the enemy coming and doesn’t sound the alarm and warn his people, he is responsible for their deaths.’
Observation:
The security man at the ground floor of a tall building is – to some – but a man in uniform whom you dare not look at him sideways lest he may think you have something too hide. The train driver in peak hour seems just the man at the wheel steering the heavy laiden carriages to their destination.
Both have seemingly a quiet unassuming occupation until their eyes pick up on a situation that needs their attention. Trained to look out ahead for obstacles and situations that need a quick response, is what makes these men rise up with such authority, there’s no doubt their response needs to be adhered to. It’s up to the individual to ‘Stop’ ‘Duck & Cover’ ‘Don’t Go There’ when the call is heard.
When the watchman has that authority it must be used or it is of no effect. Lives could be lost. Danger could be avoided - but the alarm must be clear and loud.
Application:
How loud should I ring that bell? The danger ahead of eternal hell is foreseeable! When do I push the red button – is it too soon or too late?
My character needs to be like Ezekiel’s. God gave him a hard and stubborn character in order to stand against the hard and stubborn people of
If but one person adheres to the call - it is one life saved. The commission has been fulfilled – it’s up to whoever listens to act.
Prayer:
Lord, the warning signs are there and your commissioning of me to be a watchman, I take up with the sobriety of the call. The bell is in my hand, my eyes are alert. Give me the strength and wisdom I pray to carry out this call.
A watchman for God.
Terry B
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