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• Shead, Andrew G., (Geoffrey) (1964-)

• 1993-05-22

• Moore Theological College

• Shead speaks on the theme of hope from Ezekiel 48. Israel faced despair, yet God’s promises of restoration provided hope to the exiled Israelites. Confirming the previous promises made under Abraham, God promises to return the exiles into a land that is comparable in size to that of Solomon's kingdom. Further refining the prophecy is the inclusion of intricate details of equal allotments for all tribes. Noteworthily, such an allotment was made to all 12 tribes, of which only 2 were still present in Ezekiel's time. God's future restoration presents an image of a new, transformed society in which foreigners were likewise invited to participate in. Ezekiel's vision within the chapter shifts from a perspective of a new temple towards a new city in which the people of God dwell in the presence of God. Jesus ultimately fulfills the future expectation of the God's presence dwelling amongst His people. John expands the prophecy of the new city by describing a scene of fellowship with the risen Lord Jesus in the new creation. Shead challenges listeners to reflect on whether this new hope sustains them in present struggles.

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