1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 17:1?

2. How does Ezekiel 17:1 illustrate God's use of parables to convey messages?

3. What role does prophecy play in understanding God's plans in Ezekiel 17:1?

4. How can we discern God's voice today as Ezekiel did in 17:1?

5. How does Ezekiel 17:1 connect to Jesus' use of parables in the Gospels?

6. What practical steps can we take to heed God's warnings like in Ezekiel 17?

7. What is the significance of the parable in Ezekiel 17:1 for understanding God's sovereignty?

8. How does Ezekiel 17:1 reflect the historical context of Israel's exile?

9. What does the eagle symbolize in Ezekiel 17:1, and how does it relate to God's plan?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 17?

11. Was the Word present at the beginning?

12. Will you seek me and live?

13. Why does God prohibit David from building the temple in 2 Samuel 7 yet allow Solomon to do so, raising questions of consistency in divine commands?

14. What riddles are found in the Bible?1. How does understanding the role of a prophet like Ezekiel help us in interpreting the messages found in the Bible today?

2. In what ways can we be attentive to the "word of the LORD" in our daily lives, and how can we discern His voice amidst the noise of the world?

3. How does the historical context of the Babylonian exile enhance our understanding of Ezekiel's prophecies and their relevance to us today?

4. What are some modern-day situations where we might feel like we are in "exile," and how can Ezekiel's example of faithfulness inspire us?

5. How can we apply the concept of God's sovereignty, as seen in His communication with Ezekiel, to our personal and communal challenges?1. How does Ezekiel 17 illustrate the importance of obedience to God's commands?

2. How can we apply the lessons of loyalty from Ezekiel 17 in our modern relationships, both personal and professional?

3. How does the symbol of the vine in the parable relate to other biblical uses of this symbol?

4. What parallels can you draw between the Israelites seeking help from Egypt and modern instances where individuals or nations trust in their own strategies rather than God?

5. In what ways does the judgment and redemption depicted in Ezekiel 17 offer hope for personal transformation today?

6. How can the concept of covenant-keeping shown in this chapter be reflected in our everyday commitments?

7. How does God's promise to plant and nurture the cedar on a high mountain reflect His faithfulness?

8. How might the consequences faced by the King of Israel for breaking his covenant with Babylon apply to breaking commitments in present-day living?

9. How does the final parable of the cedar reaffirm God's plan for the Messiah?

10. In what ways can the message of Ezekiel 17 provide guidance when we're tempted to rely on human resources rather than on God?

11. How does the symbolism of birds finding shelter in the branches of the cedar relate to God's Kingdom?

12. Can you identify a time when you, like the vine, leaned towards an unhelpful source of support instead of God? How did that experience shape your faith journey?

13. How can the act of God making the low tree high and drying up the green tree (verse 24) be applied to societal structures today?

14. How can the themes in Ezekiel 17 help us understand and address social justice issues today?

15. How does God’s judgment and mercy presented in this chapter inform our understanding of God’s character?

16. How might the warnings and promises in Ezekiel 17 influence our prayer life?

17. How does the understanding of God’s sovereignty in Ezekiel 17 provide comfort in times of uncertainty?

18. How does Ezekiel’s role as a prophet in this chapter inspire us in sharing God’s word today?

19. How can the imagery of growth and restoration in this chapter influence our perspective on personal growth and renewal?

20. In light of Ezekiel 17, how can we cultivate a faithful and obedient heart towards God?

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