1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 14:1?

2. What does Ezekiel 14:1 reveal about the elders' relationship with God?

3. How can we avoid setting up "idols in our hearts" today?

4. In what ways does Ezekiel 14:1 connect to the First Commandment?

5. How should church leaders respond when they see idolatry among their members?

6. What steps can we take to ensure our hearts remain fully devoted to God?

7. What does Ezekiel 14:1 reveal about the nature of idolatry in the hearts of believers?

8. How does Ezekiel 14:1 challenge the sincerity of one's faith and devotion to God?

9. Why did the elders of Israel seek guidance from Ezekiel despite harboring idols in their hearts?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 14?

11. Has anyone ever witnessed God?

12. Why is Jerusalem's Eastern Gate significant?

13. How does Elijah's challenge to the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:21-24 align or conflict with other biblical teachings on monotheism?

14. How do we reconcile Ezekiel 19:10-14's portrayal of the vine's destruction with other biblical promises of Judah's enduring lineage?1. What does the presence of the elders before Ezekiel suggest about their spiritual state and their recognition of prophetic authority?

2. How does the context of the Babylonian exile influence the message that Ezekiel delivers to the elders?

3. In what ways can we identify and address "idols" in our own lives that may hinder our relationship with God?

4. How can the role of spiritual leaders in Ezekiel 14:1 inform our understanding of leadership within the church today?

5. Reflecting on the broader account of exile and restoration, how can we find hope and assurance in God's promises during our own "exile" experiences?1. How does the issue of idolatry in Ezekiel's time relate to today's context? What are the "idols" in your life?

2. What does the presence of idols in the hearts of the Israelite elders say about hidden sins?

3. How does personal accountability play out in your life? Discuss the implications of the principle of individual accountability found in Ezekiel 14.

4. How can you apply God's call for repentance in your personal spiritual journey?

5. What do the examples of Noah, Daniel, and Job teach us about righteousness and God's judgment?

6. How does the concept of a 'remnant' apply in a contemporary setting, particularly in the Church?

7. Why do you think God chose to spare a remnant despite the idolatrous acts of the people?

8. How does God's judgment in this chapter resonate with His attribute of justice?

9. In what ways does God's sovereignty shine through this chapter?

10. How can the message of this chapter influence your interactions with the secular world?

11. How does the call to turn away from idols challenge your understanding of devotion to God?

12. How does the promise of a faithful remnant give hope in the face of impending judgment?

13. What are some practical ways you can ensure you're not straying from God in your daily life?

14. How does God's message to the elders of Israel encourage personal self-examination?

15. How do you perceive God’s simultaneous justice and mercy as expressed in Ezekiel 14?

16. How would you apply the lessons from this chapter in your role as a leader in your community or church?

17. What actions would you take if you discovered idolatrous practices within your faith community?

18. How does the concept of a 'faithful remnant' motivate you to stay committed to your faith?

19. How does the theme of divine judgment in this chapter shape your understanding of the consequences of unrepentant sin?

20. How can the image of a redeemable remnant inspire hope and courage in times of personal or collective crisis?

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