DELIVERANCE ON MOUNT ZION

 

Obadiah 1:1-21 / Keywords 1:21

DELIVERANCE ON MOUNT ZION

 

1. Edom’s pride deceived her to her reality (1-9)

The Edomites were confident that their capital was safe from invasion while their

army raided at will. They gloated over Jerusalem’s suffering, helping themselves to

spoils. They returned fugitives. All this occurred even though Israel and Edom had

common ancestors. They would be destroyed. When we take refuge in our own

strength, holding onto false pride, there will be consequences.

 

2. God would deliver and restore his people (17-21)

When God dwells in the midst of his people, they are a burning fire. The Edomites

would be stubble that fire consumes. Deliverers will govern the mountains of

Esau. In God, they would experience complete victory, taste freedom, peace and

justice. Anyone can dwell in this kingdom, even Edomites who repented of their

sins and put their faith and trust in God. Yes, even those.

 

Prayer Lord, thank you for delivering me. I long to dwell in your presence in your

kingdom, face to face. May the kingdom of God grow in peoples’ hearts

across our nation.

One Word God will bring victory to his people