Nevertheless if thou warn the righteous man, that the righteous sin not, and he doth not sin, he shall surely live, because he is warned; also thou hast delivered thy soul.
But if you actually warn someone who's trying to do right, tell them 'hey, don't go down that path', and they listen and avoid the mistake, they'll be okay. And you? You did your part. Your conscience is clear.
Sometimes being a good friend means speaking up before someone makes a mistake, and that's on you to try.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet among the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the 6th century BC, a time when God's people faced judgment for their persistent idolatry and unfaithfulness. In this chapter, God commissions Ezekiel as a watchman to warn both the wicked and the righteous about the consequences of sin, emphasizing the prophet's responsibility to speak God's message. This verse specifically addresses the positive outcome when a righteous person heeds a warning, ensuring their preservation and the watchman's accountability.
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