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"I will multiply the fruit of your trees"

Text: Ezekiel 36:30

BEING GOD’S PEOPLE

In this new work of restoration of the children of Israel, God promised that he would cause them to dwell in the land of Israel. This was a new beginning for all who had been living in exile for many years.

“Then you shall dwell in the land that I gave to your fathers;
you shall be My people, and I will be your God.
I will deliver you from all your uncleannesses.
I will call for the grain and multiply it,
and bring no famine upon you.
And I will multiply the fruit of your trees
and the increase of your fields,
so that you need never again
bear the reproach of famine among the nations.”
Ezekiel 36:28-30

1. Dwelling in the Promised Land.

a) God promised Abraham the land of Canaan.

b) This promise was relayed to Isaac and Jacob.

c) God’s promise was still valid.

2. A new relationship established.

a) The Lord would be their God.

b) The children of Israel would be His people.

c) This was the case before Israel fell into idolatry.

d) This relationship is established once again.

3. Divine deliverance.

a) God promised to be their Deliverer.

b) He will deliver them from uncleanness.

c) He would not restrict Himself to be just a Deliverer from enemies.

d) This would be a special word of encouragement to all hearts.

4. Material blessings would be added.

a) Any nation would need special blessings to survive and thrive.

b) God would bless Israel:

i) With fruitful trees.

ii) With good harvests.

c) Israel would never need to fear famine.

i) Famine would be kept at bay.

ii) No nation would accuse God of not providing for His people.

d) Israel would have to determine to respond appropriately:

i) With gratitude.

ii) With faith.

iii) With love.

iv) With faithfulness.