God commands Ezekiel to shave off his and beard to foretell of Jerusalem's destruction. God's anger will be unleashed against his people because of their sins. 

Ezekiel depicts the siege of Jerusalem with a model. He later has to eat defiled bread to symbolize the defilement of the people. 

God commissions Ezekiel to go to the people of Israel. Even though the people won't listen to him, God will supply Ezekiel with the words and the boldness to proclaim the messages God will give to him. 

God calls Ezekiel to the prophetic ministry. Ezekiel will minister to Israel, even though they are a stubborn and rebellious people. 

While in exile, Ezekiel has a vision of divine glory.