Ezekiel 20:1-21:17
But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations…
Ezekiel 20:9a
But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations…
Ezekiel 20:14a
But I withheld My hand and acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations…
Ezekiel 20:22a
…but My holy name you shall no more profane…
Ezekiel 20:39b
And you shall know that I am the LORD, when I deal with you for My name’s sake, not according to your evil ways, nor according to your corrupt deeds, O house of Israel, declares the Lord GOD.
Ezekiel 20:44
The LORD deals with Israel — and us — for His name’s sake. So the next time I act like I think it’s all about me, please just kick me! It should be clear to all that it is not about me, nor about you, nor even about the whole human race. The entire history of the world is about the LORD, His name, His glory. The sooner we get that through our heads — and live accordingly — the better.