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The Devil is Wise
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Happy Birthday, Ezekiel 28. This is episode 10 of Weird Stuff in the Bible.
- Explore the mysterious prophecy in Ezekiel 28:1-10 that was given on January 8, 585 BC, and released on the exact 2,608th birthday of this prophecy in 2024 AD.
- Dive into Ezekiel 28, one of the most peculiar chapters in the Bible, unraveling the backstory of the devil through the King of Tyre.
0:00 - Introduction
3:15 - Ezekiel 28, verses 1 through 10
11:20 - What is Wisdom?
13:05 - Evil, Wise People
20:30 - Wisdom is Not Enough
Verses 1-10, the Prince of Tyre:
- Contextualize the prophecy within Ezekiel's messages to Gentile nations, focusing on Tyre's pride and impending judgment.
- Examine the King of Tyre's arrogance, comparing himself to a god, accumulating wealth through wisdom, and the impending consequences.
- Highlight the parallels between the King of Tyre and Satan, emphasizing the strange compliment of being "wise" despite evil intentions.
What is Wisdom?
- Define wisdom as an understanding of how the world operates based on God's principles.
- Emphasize the distinction between wisdom and virtue, showcasing examples of morally compromised yet wise figures like Solomon and the devil.
Evil, Wise People:
- Explore Solomon's wisdom juxtaposed with moral failings, illustrating that wisdom alone does not ensure virtue.
- Delve into the Bible's portrayal of the devil as "full of wisdom," questioning the apparent contradiction between wisdom and expulsion from heaven.
- Highlight the Antichrist's foretold wisdom and success, reinforcing the idea that wisdom does not equate to moral goodness.
Closing Thoughts - Wisdom is not Enough:
- Encourage listeners to subscribe for upcoming episodes addressing the devil's tactics and strategies to combat him.
- Challenge the perception of the devil's intelligence, stressing the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit to resist him.
- Conclude with a reminder that wisdom alone is insufficient in the spiritual battle against the devil, advocating for submission to God as the key to victory.
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