Ezekiel 34:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen up — God wants you to call out Israel's leaders. Tell them straight up: 'This is what the Lord God says to you so-called shepherds: You're in serious trouble for only looking out for yourselves! Aren't shepherds supposed to take care of their sheep?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Leaders who only serve themselves instead of their people are about to face some consequences.

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