Devotional Thought

Then he said to me, ‘Prophesy to these bones and say to them, Dry bones, hear the word of the Lord!... I will put breath in you, and you will come to life.’

-Ezekiel 37:1-10

The Valley of Dry Bones in Ezekiel 37 paints a vivid picture of hopelessness: lifeless, scattered, sun-bleached remains. But in the hands of a sovereign God, even bones this dry are not beyond redemption. Through His Word and Spirit, God restores life where there was only death.

This prophetic vision wasn’t merely for Israel in exile; it echoes into our lives today. God still speaks into broken marriages, empty bank accounts, mental anguish, and spiritual fatigue. And what He says is staggering: These bones will rise again.

The resurrection is not just a future hope—it is a present reality. Because Jesus, our Champion, stood in our place and conquered death, we now carry His resurrection power within us through the Holy Spirit. This means that in every valley of dry bones—no matter how long we’ve laid there or how lifeless it feels—God can bring life again.

The challenge in the Western church is not that God is silent, but that we often no longer expect miracles. We've been shaped by convenience, intellect, and cynicism. Yet God asks us: “Can these bones live?” Our response must echo Ezekiel’s humble faith: “Sovereign Lord, you alone know.”

Discussion Questions

1. What “dry bones” areas exist in your life right now? Where have you lost hope or stopped expecting God to move?

2. How do you respond to the idea that miracles are rare in the West because we no longer expect them? Do you find yourself turning to natural solutions before seeking God's supernatural intervention?

4. Have you ever witnessed or experienced a “resurrection” moment in your life or someone else’s? What happened and how did it change your faith?

5. "All loss is temporary.” How does that statement challenge or comfort you in light of your past or present grief?

6. What small step can you take this week to trust God in a lifeless area? Consider a rhythm of prayer, asking for the Spirit to breathe new life.