1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 11:16?

2. How does Ezekiel 11:16 reveal God's presence during Israel's exile?

3. What does "a sanctuary for them" signify about God's protection and provision?

4. How can Ezekiel 11:16 encourage believers facing spiritual or physical separation today?

5. Connect Ezekiel 11:16 with God's promise of presence in Matthew 28:20.

6. How can we apply God's assurance in Ezekiel 11:16 to our daily lives?

7. How does Ezekiel 11:16 reflect God's presence despite the Israelites' exile?

8. What does "a sanctuary for them" mean in Ezekiel 11:16?

9. How does Ezekiel 11:16 challenge the idea of God's presence being tied to a location?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 11?

11. Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details?

12. Why does Ezekiel 12:22–25 predict immediate judgment when other biblical prophecies suggest a different timeline for Israel’s punishment?

13. In Ezekiel 11:16, how can the claimed scattering be reconciled with the limited archaeological and historical evidence for a mass dispersion at that specific time?

14. How can Ezekiel 37:25-28's everlasting covenant and sanctuary be understood when there seems to be no clear historical or present-day fulfillment matching this depiction?1. How does understanding God as a sanctuary change your perspective on difficult circumstances you face today?

2. In what ways can you seek the welfare of your community, as the exiles were instructed to do in Jeremiah 29?

3. How does the concept of exile relate to the Christian experience of living in a world that is not our ultimate home?

4. What are some practical ways you can remind yourself of God's presence and promises when you feel distant from Him?

5. How can the hope of restoration and God's faithfulness in Ezekiel 11:16 encourage you in your personal walk with God?1. Why do you think Ezekiel was shown these twenty-five men?

2. How does the judgment against these leaders in Jerusalem apply to modern day spiritual leadership?

3. Discuss the significance of God's judgment "in their midst" in verses 5-12.

4. What does the death of Pelatiah symbolize?

5. How does Ezekiel’s plea for the remnant of Israel in verse 13 reflect his role as a prophet?

6. How are the exiles viewed by the inhabitants of Jerusalem and how does this compare to how God views them?

7. What can we learn about God's character from His promise to gather His people?

8. In verses 16-21, what is the significance of God giving His people a new heart and spirit?

9. How can we apply the transformation of the people of Israel to our personal lives?

10. How does God's promise of a new heart and spirit connect to the concept of repentance?

11. Discuss the symbolism of the glory of the Lord departing from the city.

12. What lessons can we learn from the journey of Ezekiel in this chapter?

13. How does the message of Ezekiel 11 apply to our understanding of divine justice and mercy?

14. Discuss the implications of this chapter for understanding the relationship between sin, repentance, and restoration.

15. How can we relate the exile and restoration of the people of Israel to challenges and victories in our personal life?

16. In the current world, how can we promote a "new heart and spirit" in our communities?

17. How does Ezekiel 11 shape our understanding of the role of prophets in biblical times and their messages' relevance today?

18. What does the promise of restoration in this chapter tell us about God's plans for His people amidst trials?

19. How does Ezekiel 11 inspire you in your walk of faith?

20. How can we ensure that our actions and decisions align with God's laws and commands as seen in verse 20?

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