Ezekiel 12:22 Son of man, what is that proverb that ye have in the land of Israel, saying, The days are prolonged, and every vision faileth?
Did you think to check out the proverb quoted? It is said to be in Israel but it is not listed in any of the Proverbs contained in any bible version I have read. A proverb by use in a common culture does not mean it was sent by God. How many times have we heard people use phrase that sound like bible speak but the words do not appear in the bible?
I would encourage all of us to validate scripture for accuracy, context and inclusion. If it is not in the bible then God is not bound by man’s opinion. If God said it, He is bound to His Word because God is not a liar. (Num 23:19, Heb 6:18)
23 Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord God; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision.
God could say that this proverb will cease because God was not the author. What is interesting to me is the last part of this verse, the days are at hand and the effect of every vision. Once again we are left with our understanding of when and what is about to happen. Is this one of God’s days in eternity or one of man’s days meaning in a matter of hours?
The issue is one of attitude and the use of a proverb not authored by God. Culture does not change overnight and the power of God to exact change is not always according to man’s understanding or in man’s timing.