Bible Talk Outline

Making Spaces for God

Ez. 3:22-27

◊ A listening space to hear God’s instruction

“…I will speak to you there” (vv. 22-23a)

◊ An expectant space to encounter God’s presence

◦ encountering God’s glory: “…I saw the glory of the Lord…” (v. 23b)

◦ responding in worship: “…I fell face down…” (v. 23b)

◊ A Spirit-space to receive God’s empowerment

“…the Spirit came into me…” (v. 24a)

◊ A frustrating space to learn godly patience

“…shut yourself in” (vv. 24b-26)

◊ A freeing space to fulfill your God-given purpose

“…I will loosen your tongue…” (v. 27a)_

◊ A free-will space to allow for godly or ungodly choices

“…those who choose…those who refuse” (v. 27b)

Dr. Jim R. Coleman