THE UNPROFITABLE PROFIT: GAINS THAT BANKRUPT THE SOUL PART 12: FINAL LAP: THE PROFITABLE LIFE — WHEN THE SOUL IS PRESERVED AND REWARDED

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THE UNPROFITABLE PROFIT: GAINS THAT BANKRUPT THE SOUL PART 12: FINAL LAP: THE PROFITABLE LIFE — WHEN THE SOUL IS PRESERVED AND REWARDED Matthew 25:21 “Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy lord.”  In Part 11, we stood before the eternal verdict. We learned that: Eternity reveals what life concealed. The verdict is based on response, not information. What you lived—not what you claimed—will speak. He managed life well… but neglected his soul. After all the warnings…after all the losses… after all the consequences…There is still a question: “ What does it mean to truly profit?”  Because not all profit is dangerous. There is a kind of gain…that heaven approves. A life where nothing essential is lost—and everything that matters is preserved. The Profitable Life — When The Soul Is Preserved And Rewarded A profitable life is not measured by how much you have…but by what you keep. It is a life where: Your soul is intact. Your alignment is consisten...
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THE WALL, THE HOLE, AND THE DOOR: A JOURNEY INTO THE HEART. PART 3: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: WHAT HAPPENS IN THE DARK

THE WALL, THE HOLE, AND THE DOOR: A JOURNEY INTO THE HEART.
PART 3: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: WHAT HAPPENS IN THE DARK


Ezekiel 8:7-12


In part 2, we saw an image of jealousy standing at the entrance of the gate — an idol that provoked the Lord to anger. When idols such as lust, pride, power, money, and fame sit at the entrance, they provoke God’s jealousy. In the vision of part 3, God takes Ezekiel deeper. A hidden door is revealed, leading to a secret chamber where the elders of Israel secretly worship idols, thinking no one sees them. But God uncovers their darkness.


This reminds us of something important: God not only sees what happens in public but also what happens in private. Our hidden thoughts, our secret sins, and the things we do behind closed doors are all before Him.


Ezekiel is told, “Dig through the wall.” Behind the wall lies a door. Behind the door lies a room full of images of idols, and the elders are burning incense in the dark. These are leaders—people who are supposed to lead the nation spiritually—but in secret, they are worshipping other gods.


How real is this for today’s church?


Secret addictions: Pornography, gambling, or unhealthy obsessions that members (and even leaders) hide.


Private compromises: People who appear holy in church but at home live a totally different life.


Hidden motives: Serving in church for recognition, power, or connections rather than to honor God.



Like the elders, many believe, “The Lord does not see us.” But the God who asked Ezekiel to “dig through the wall” still uncovers hidden things today.




Reflection

Everyone has a “secret room.” The real question is: What’s in yours?

Is it a room of prayer, purity, and devotion—or a room filled with idols of self, lust, greed, and lies?


Remember: What’s hidden from people is still open before God.


This week, ask God to search your heart and reveal what’s behind your “wall.” Don’t wait for Him to expose it publicly—surrender it privately.

👉 Break down that secret wall and let God’s light flood in.



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🔜 “Next, Ezekiel is shown women weeping for a false god at the temple gate. What does that mean for us today?”





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