We’ve been reading about this valley of dry bones for a few days now. God describes the dry bones as belonging to the children of God. The children are feeling dried up and hopeless, wanting to give up. Can you recall an experience in your own life when you witnessed hopelessness? Maybe you’ve seen it in the halls of your school or in the streets of your community. Maybe you’ve heard it on the news.

The words from Ezekiel remind us that in places of death and despair, God breaks in and brings new life. God sent Ezekiel to reassure and comfort God’s people, to bring the message to the people that God would open up their graves and bring them new life.

God also calls us to do that breaking in! When we encounter hatred, we can take a stand for justice and love.

When has God sent you or someone you know to bring a message of hope and life? How have you experienced God’s love and hope breaking in to your life?

By Katie Cashwell from D365