Ezekiel 28-29

“Egypt will no longer be a source of confidence for the people of Israel but will be a reminder of their sin in turning to her for help” (29:16). Pharaoh arrogantly claimed, “The Nile is mine; I made it” (29:3,9). Sadly, Israel believed Egypt’s boasts and instead of relying on God, turned to them for support. But Egypt’s so-called strength was “a staff of reed” that splintered; when Israel “leaned on” on Egypt, they were harmed, not helped (29:6).

The God of Abraham is our firm foundation and source of help. The world’s promises of happiness and security are flimsy reeds that break and hurt us, but God supports the full weight of our needs and hopes and gives us real security (28:6).