Reflection
In today's readings, we see God's righteous judgment and transformative power displayed dramatically. Ezekiel enacts symbolic warnings of Jerusalem's coming siege. Psalm 82 calls for justice from corrupt leaders. John 2 reveals Jesus' authority through miraculous provision and temple purification. Together they challenge us to respond to God's holiness with repentance and reverence.

The key insight we can draw from these passages is this: God's holiness requires judgment of sin and injustice, yet His power transforms and renews those who respond to Him in faith.

Let's break this down into a simple principle:

Recognize God's authority in all areas of life, pursue justice, and allow Him to transform corrupt practices into pure worship.

Here are five practical steps we can take to apply today's readings:

1. Identify one area where you've compromised integrity and confess it to God today.

2. Speak up or take action against one injustice you're aware of.

3. Examine your worship. Remove one thing that dishonors God.

4. Ask someone you trust to point out spiritual blind spots in your life.

5. Take one step to defend someone who cannot defend themselves.

As you go about your day, reflect on this question: What areas of your life need God's cleansing and transformation?

Conclusion
Thank you for joining me today. God's holiness calls us to both justice and transformation. Let His authority reshape every area of your life. Allow Him to cleanse what needs purifying. Until tomorrow, may you pursue justice and embrace genuine worship.