Ezekiel 11:2
And the LORD said to me, "Son of man, these are the men who plot evil and give wicked counsel in this city.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 11:2?

2. How does Ezekiel 11:2 reveal God's awareness of leaders' secret plans?

3. What does Ezekiel 11:2 teach about God's judgment on corrupt leadership?

4. How can we discern leaders' intentions in light of Ezekiel 11:2?

5. Compare Ezekiel 11:2 with Jeremiah 17:10 on God's knowledge of hearts.

6. How should Ezekiel 11:2 influence our prayers for government leaders today?

7. What is the significance of Ezekiel 11:2 in the context of Israel's leadership?

8. How does Ezekiel 11:2 reflect God's judgment on corrupt leaders?

9. What historical events are linked to the prophecy in Ezekiel 11:2?

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

11. Ezekiel 33 (overall) - How do we reconcile the moral and prophetic themes here with other biblical prophecies that appear contradictory or unfulfilled?

12. Ezekiel 11:1–3 mentions city leaders plotting “evil” against Jerusalem; are there any external historical or archaeological sources confirming such conspiracies?

13. Ezekiel 11:23 describes the departure of God's glory from the Temple--how can we verify whether this was a real event or a later literary construct?

14. (2 Samuel 16:10-12) Does David's acceptance of Shimei's cursing contradict other texts where blasphemy or cursing of God's anointed is forbidden?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the role of leadership in Ezekiel 11:2 compare to the responsibilities of leaders in the church today?

2. What are some modern examples of "wicked counsel" that believers should be wary of, and how can we discern them?

3. In what ways can we, like Ezekiel, be voices of truth in our communities, and what challenges might we face?

4. How does understanding God's sovereignty and justice in Ezekiel 11:2 provide comfort and assurance in times of moral and spiritual decline?

5. Reflect on a time when you followed ungodly advice. What were the consequences, and how did you find your way back to God's path?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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