For many years the nation of Israel had been divided, but now the land would be reunited. Note that this was not a result of a "political settlement", but of God working people's hearts. When God works in the hearts of people, age old enmities can be resolved. Note also, that if one had looked at the history of Judah and Ephraim one could find plenty of reasons as to why there was disunity, and about who was to blame, etc. When God works, this became of no account. In the church as a whole there are many divisions, with lots of history, and lots of good reasons why there are divisions, and about who is most to blame. However, God's word says there is one body, and at the completion of His work there will be one church.
Notice the emphasis on one king, one nation etc. Compare this with Ephesians 4:4-6. God then makes reference to their idol worship and backsliding. While we make many excuses and explanations of division, idol worship and sin are actually at the root of most of them.
David will be king (v24), This means that Jesus will be king. The unity comes about because there is one shepherd, or one head of the church, and because the people are dedicated to obeying God's ways.
The unity will be a sign to the world of God's blessing. This applies to the church as well (John 11:35), but also to Israel.
Notice the emphasis on one king, one nation etc. Compare this with Ephesians 4:4-6. God then makes reference to their idol worship and backsliding. While we make many excuses and explanations of division, idol worship and sin are actually at the root of most of them.
David will be king (v24), This means that Jesus will be king. The unity comes about because there is one shepherd, or one head of the church, and because the people are dedicated to obeying God's ways.
The unity will be a sign to the world of God's blessing. This applies to the church as well (John 11:35), but also to Israel.
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