◄ Ezekiel 37:22 ►
I will make them one nation in the land, on the mountains of Israel, and one king will rule over all of them. Then they will no longer be two nations and will never again be divided into two kingdoms.
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I will make them one nation in the land,

This phrase refers to the reunification of the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Historically, after the reign of Solomon, the kingdom split into the northern kingdom (Israel) and the southern kingdom (Judah). This division led to separate political, religious, and cultural developments. The prophecy of reunification signifies a return to unity under God's sovereignty. This also foreshadows the ultimate unity of God's people, as seen in the New Testament, where believers are united in Christ (Ephesians 2:14-16).

Jer 3:18 In those days the house of Judah will walk with…
Hos 1:11 Then the people of Judah and of Israel will be gathered…
Jer 32:39 I will give them one heart and one way.…

on the mountains of Israel,

The mountains of Israel are significant both geographically and symbolically. Geographically, they refer to the central highlands of the land of Israel, a region of historical and strategic importance. Symbolically, mountains often represent stability and permanence in biblical literature. This setting underscores the enduring nature of God's promise to restore and unify His people in their ancestral land.

Ezk 36:1-4 And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel…
Ezk 36:8 But you, O mountains of Israel, will produce branches…
Ezk 39:4 On the mountains of Israel you will fall…

and one king will rule over all of them.

This phrase points to the messianic expectation of a single, divinely appointed ruler. Historically, the divided kingdoms had separate kings, but the prophecy envisions a future where one king, often interpreted as the Messiah, will reign over a united Israel. This is seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate King and Shepherd of His people (John 10:16, Revelation 19:16).

Jer 23:5-6 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD,…
Hos 3:5 Afterward, the people of Israel will return…
Ezk 34:23-24 I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David…

Then they will no longer be two nations

The division into two nations was a result of sin and disobedience, leading to political and spiritual fragmentation. The promise of no longer being two nations signifies healing and restoration. This reflects God's desire for unity among His people, a theme echoed in the New Testament with the unity of the Church (Galatians 3:28).

Isa 11:12-13 He will raise a banner for the nations and gather…
Jer 50:4-5 “In those days and at that time, declares the LORD,”…
Jer 31:1 “At that time,” declares the LORD, “I will be the God”…

and will never again be divided into two kingdoms.

This final phrase emphasizes the permanence of the reunification. Historically, the division was a source of conflict and weakness. The prophecy assures that such division will not recur, highlighting the eternal nature of God's covenant with His people. This can be seen as a precursor to the eternal kingdom established by Christ, where division and strife are abolished (Revelation 21:4).

Jer 31:31-34 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD,…
Oba 1:21 The deliverers will ascend Mount Zion…
Zec 14:9 On that day the LORD will become King over all the earth—…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ezekiel
A prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the mouthpiece of God, delivering messages of judgment and restoration to the Israelites.

2. Israel
The northern kingdom, which was previously divided from Judah, representing the people of God who are promised reunification.

3. Judah
The southern kingdom, which, along with Israel, will be united under one king as prophesied by Ezekiel.

4. Mountains of Israel
Symbolic of the promised land where the reunification and restoration of the nation will occur.

5. One King
A prophetic reference to a future leader, often interpreted as the Messiah, who will unite and rule over the restored nation.
Teaching Points
Unity in Christ
Just as God promised to unite Israel and Judah, believers today are called to unity in Christ, transcending divisions within the body of Christ.

Messianic Fulfillment
The prophecy of one king points to Jesus Christ, the ultimate King who unites all believers under His lordship.

Hope in Restoration
God's promise to restore and reunite His people offers hope for personal and communal restoration in our lives today.

Divine Sovereignty
The prophecy underscores God's control over history and His ability to fulfill His promises, encouraging trust in His plans.

Call to Reconciliation
As God reconciles Israel and Judah, believers are called to pursue reconciliation in their relationships, reflecting God's heart for unity.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the promise of one nation under one king in Ezekiel 37:22 reflect God's ultimate plan for His people?

2. In what ways can the unity prophesied in Ezekiel 37:22 be seen as fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ?

3. How can the theme of restoration in Ezekiel 37:22 encourage us in our personal spiritual journeys today?

4. What practical steps can we take to promote unity within our local church communities, reflecting the unity prophesied in Ezekiel 37:22?

5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in fulfilling His promises, as seen in Ezekiel 37:22, impact our trust in Him during uncertain times?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Jeremiah 23:5-6
This passage speaks of a righteous Branch from David's line who will reign as king, connecting to the prophecy of one king over a united Israel.

Hosea 1:11
Hosea also prophesies the reunification of Judah and Israel under one leader, reinforcing the theme of unity and restoration.

John 10:16
Jesus speaks of bringing together His sheep into one flock, which can be seen as a fulfillment of the prophecy of unity under one shepherd.
Sermons
Union Essential to Highest ProsperityJ.D. Davies Ezekiel 37:15-28
UnityJ.R. Thomson Ezekiel 37:15-28
The Blessed KingdomW. Clarkson Ezekiel 37:21-28
People
Azariah, David, Ezekiel, Hosea, Israelites, Jacob, Joseph, Meshach
Places
Jerusalem
Topics
Divided, Kingdoms, Longer, Mountains, Nation, Nations, Parted
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Ezekiel 37:22

     1651   numbers, 1-2

Ezekiel 37:11-23

     7135   Israel, people of God

Ezekiel 37:15-28

     4514   stick

Ezekiel 37:21-24

     7031   unity, God's goal

Ezekiel 37:21-28

     5089   David, significance

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The Dry Bones and the Spirit of Life
1. The hand of the Lord was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the Lord, and set me down in the midst of the valley which was full of bones, 2. And caused me to pass by them round about: and, behold, there were very many in the open valley; and, lo, they were very dry. 3. And He said unto me, Son of man, can these bones live? And I answered, O Lord God, Thou knowest. 4. Again He said unto me, Prophesy upon these bones, and say unto them, O ye dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. 5. Thus …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Come from the Four Winds, O Breath!
"Thou wilt say unto me, Prophesy unto the wind, son of man, and say to the wind, Thus saith the Lord God; Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live."--Ezekiel 37:9. ACCORDING to some commentators, this vision in the valley of dry bones may refer to three forms of resurrection. Holy Scripture is so marvellously full of meaning, that one interpretation seldom exhausts its message to us. The chapter before us is an excellent example of this fact; and supplies …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 38: 1892

1879-1880. Experiences among Indians --Picnic in the Bush --Distribution of Testaments --"Till He Come" --"A Home and a Hearty Welcome. "
Experiences among Indians--Picnic in the Bush--Distribution of Testaments--"Till He come"--"A Home and a hearty Welcome." Once more in Canada, Miss Macpherson records experience of an unusual kind:-- "In one of the large villages we visited, an all-day prayer-meeting was held from 9 A.M. to 9 P.M., which proved a season of rich blessing. We found openings for mission work all around, farmers and their families willing to gather and sit any length of time with Bible and hymn-book in hand. We feel …
Clara M. S. Lowe—God's Answers

The Shepherd of Our Souls.
"I am the good Shepherd: the good Shepherd giveth His life for the sheep."--John x. 11. Our Lord here appropriates to Himself the title under which He had been foretold by the Prophets. "David My servant shall be king over them," says Almighty God by the mouth of Ezekiel: "and they all shall have one Shepherd." And in the book of Zechariah, "Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, and against the man that is My fellow, saith the Lord of Hosts; smite the Shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered." …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VIII

The Covenant of Grace
Q-20: DID GOD LEAVE ALL MANKIND TO PERISH 1N THE ESTATE OF SIN AND MISERY? A: No! He entered into a covenant of grace to deliver the elect out of that state, and to bring them into a state of grace by a Redeemer. 'I will make an everlasting covenant with you.' Isa 55:5. Man being by his fall plunged into a labyrinth of misery, and having no way left to recover himself, God was pleased to enter into a new covenant with him, and to restore him to life by a Redeemer. The great proposition I shall go …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

The Struggler;
CONTAINING THE CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER IN WHICH MR. BUNYAN'S BOOKS WERE PUBLISHED, AND THE NUMBER OF EDITIONS THEY PASSED THROUGH DURING HIS LIFE. THIRTY REASONS WHY CHRISTIAN PEOPLE SHOULD PROMOTE THEIR CIRCULATION, AND THE STRUGGLER FOR THE PRESERVATION OF THESE LABOURS.--PUBLISHED IN 1691. BY CHARLES DOE, ONE OF MR. BUNYAN'S PERSONAL FRIENDS. A CATALOGUE-TABLE OF MR. BUNYAN'S BOOKS. AND THEIR SUCCESSION IN PUBLISHING, MOST ACCORDING TO HIS OWN RECKONING. Note.--Those that are in Italic letter are …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Let us Now Examine the Conditions under which a Revelation May be Expected To...
2. Let us now examine the conditions under which a revelation may be expected to be given to the original recipients. It may be observed in the first place that a revelation must possess some distinctive character. Even, if it should turn out that there is no such thing in reality at all, at least the notion which we form in our minds must possess such points of difference as to distinguish it from all other notions. It appears needful to bear this in mind, obvious though it is, because there …
Samuel John Jerram—Thoughts on a Revelation

The Disciple, -- Master, Some People Say that the Comfort and Joy that Believers Experience...
The Disciple,--Master, some people say that the comfort and joy that believers experience are simply the outcome of their own thoughts and ideas. Is this true? The Master,--1. That comfort and abiding peace which believers have within themselves is due to My presence in their hearts, and to the life-giving influence of the fullness of the Holy Spirit. As for those who say that this spiritual joy is the result only of the thoughts of the heart, they are like a foolish man who was blind from his birth, …
Sadhu Sundar Singh—At The Master's Feet

How Shall the Soul Make Use of Christ, as the Life, which is under the Prevailing Power of Unbelief and Infidelity.
That we may help to give some clearing to a poor soul in this case, we shall, 1. See what are the several steps and degrees of this distemper. 2. Consider what the causes hereof are. 3. Shew how Christ is life to a soul in such a case; and, 4. Give some directions how a soul in that case should make use of Christ as the Life, to the end it may be delivered therefrom. And, first, There are many several steps to, and degrees of this distemper. We shall mention a few; as, 1. When they cannot come …
John Brown (of Wamphray)—Christ The Way, The Truth, and The Life

What Messiah did the Jews Expect?
1. The most important point here is to keep in mind the organic unity of the Old Testament. Its predictions are not isolated, but features of one grand prophetic picture; its ritual and institutions parts of one great system; its history, not loosely connected events, but an organic development tending towards a definite end. Viewed in its innermost substance, the history of the Old Testament is not different from its typical institutions, nor yet these two from its predictions. The idea, underlying …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Palestine Eighteen Centuries Ago
Eighteen and a half centuries ago, and the land which now lies desolate--its bare, grey hills looking into ill-tilled or neglected valleys, its timber cut down, its olive- and vine-clad terraces crumbled into dust, its villages stricken with poverty and squalor, its thoroughfares insecure and deserted, its native population well-nigh gone, and with them its industry, wealth, and strength--presented a scene of beauty, richness, and busy life almost unsurpassed in the then known world. The Rabbis never …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life

How to Make Use of Christ as the Truth, that we May Get Our Case and Condition Cleared up to Us.
The believer is oft complaining of darkness concerning his case and condition, so as he cannot tell what to say of himself, or what judgment to pass on himself, and he knoweth not how to win to a distinct and clear discovery of his state and condition. Now, it is truth alone, and the Truth, that can satisfy them as to this. The question then is, how they shall make use of, and apply themselves to this truth, to the end they may get the truth of their condition discovered to them. But first let us …
John Brown (of Wamphray)—Christ The Way, The Truth, and The Life

Prayer.
A man may pray night and day, and yet deceive himself; but no man can be assured of his sincerity who does not pray. Prayer is faith passing into act; a union of the will and the intellect realising in an intellectual act. It is the whole man that prays. Less than this is wishing, or lip-work; a charm or a mummery. PRAY ALWAYS, says the apostle: that is, have the habit of prayer, turning your thoughts into acts by connecting them with the idea of the redeeming God, and even so reconverting your …
Samuel Taylor Coleridge—Confessions of an Inquiring Spirit etc

The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit as Revealed in his Names.
At least twenty-five different names are used in the Old and New Testaments in speaking of the Holy Spirit. There is the deepest significance in these names. By the careful study of them, we find a wonderful revelation of the Person and work of the Holy Spirit. I. The Spirit. The simplest name by which the Holy Spirit is mentioned in the Bible is that which stands at the head of this paragraph--"The Spirit." This name is also used as the basis of other names, so we begin our study with this. …
R. A. Torrey—The Person and Work of The Holy Spirit

Meditations of the Blessed State of the Regenerate Man after Death.
This estate has three degrees:--1st, From the day of death to the resurrection; 2d, From the resurrection to the pronouncing of the sentence; 3d, After the sentence, which lasts eternally. As soon as ever the regenerate man hath yielded up his soul to Christ, the holy angels take her into their custody, and immediately carry her into heaven (Luke xvi. 22), and there present her before Christ, where she is crowned with a crown of righteousness and glory; not which she hath deserved by her good works, …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

A Sermon on Isaiah xxvi. By John Knox.
[In the Prospectus of our Publication it was stated, that one discourse, at least, would be given in each number. A strict adherence to this arrangement, however, it is found, would exclude from our pages some of the most talented discourses of our early Divines; and it is therefore deemed expedient to depart from it as occasion may require. The following Sermon will occupy two numbers, and we hope, that from its intrinsic value, its historical interest, and the illustrious name of its author, it …
John Knox—The Pulpit Of The Reformation, Nos. 1, 2 and 3.

Greeks Seek Jesus. He Foretells that He Shall Draw all Men unto Him.
(in the Temple. Tuesday, April 4, a.d. 30.) ^D John XII. 20-50. ^d 20 Now there were certain Greeks among those that went up to worship at the feast [The language indicates that they were Greek converts to Judaism, such as were called proselytes of the gate. It is also noted that as Gentiles came from the east at the beginning of Jesus' life, so they also came from the west at the close of his ministry]: 21 these therefore came to Philip, who was of Bethsaida of Galilee [See p. 111. They were possibly …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

Covenanting Predicted in Prophecy.
The fact of Covenanting, under the Old Testament dispensations, being approved of God, gives a proof that it was proper then, which is accompanied by the voice of prophecy, affording evidence that even in periods then future it should no less be proper. The argument for the service that is afforded by prophecy is peculiar, and, though corresponding with evidence from other sources, is independent. Because that God willed to make known truth through his servants the prophets, we should receive it …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting

Ezekiel
To a modern taste, Ezekiel does not appeal anything like so powerfully as Isaiah or Jeremiah. He has neither the majesty of the one nor the tenderness and passion of the other. There is much in him that is fantastic, and much that is ritualistic. His imaginations border sometimes on the grotesque and sometimes on the mechanical. Yet he is a historical figure of the first importance; it was very largely from him that Judaism received the ecclesiastical impulse by which for centuries it was powerfully …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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