Ezekiel 18:26
If a righteous man turns from his righteousness and practices iniquity, he will die for this. He will die because of the iniquity he has committed.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 18:26?

2. How does Ezekiel 18:26 emphasize personal responsibility for one's righteousness or wickedness?

3. What does Ezekiel 18:26 teach about the consequences of turning from righteousness?

4. How can Ezekiel 18:26 guide us in daily repentance and spiritual vigilance?

5. Compare Ezekiel 18:26 with Hebrews 10:26-27 on willful sinning after knowing truth.

6. How can we encourage others to remain steadfast in righteousness, as Ezekiel 18:26 advises?

7. How does Ezekiel 18:26 challenge the concept of eternal security in salvation?

8. Does Ezekiel 18:26 imply that righteousness can be lost through sin?

9. How does Ezekiel 18:26 align with the idea of God's justice?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 18?

11. Ezekiel 2:7: Does the harsh tone and impending judgment contradict depictions of God's mercy in other Bible passages?

12. Ezekiel 18:24 - If a righteous person can lose all previous righteousness by turning away, how does this align with other Bible passages that suggest salvation or favor is more secure?

13. Ezekiel 7:3 speaks of God punishing 'according to your ways'--why does this seem to punish everyone collectively, conflicting with other scriptures emphasizing individual accountability?

14. Ezekiel 18 - Does any historical or archaeological evidence indicate that Israel ever fully practiced individual accountability rather than communal guilt?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ezekiel 18:26 challenge the notion of "once saved, always saved"? What implications does this have for our daily walk with God?

2. In what ways can we guard against turning from righteousness in our own lives? Consider practical steps and spiritual disciplines.

3. How does the concept of personal responsibility in Ezekiel 18:26 relate to the broader biblical account of sin and redemption?

4. Reflect on a time when you or someone you know turned away from righteousness. What were the consequences, and how was restoration achieved?

5. How can the church community play a role in helping individuals maintain their righteousness and avoid the pitfalls of iniquity? Consider specific actions and attitudes that foster accountability and support.1. How does Ezekiel 18 challenge conventional views about inherited sin and divine punishment?

2. What qualities and actions does God use to define a righteous person in this chapter?

3. Contrast the lives of the wicked son and the righteous grandson in Ezekiel 18. How do their lives reflect the principle of individual responsibility?

4. How does the concept of individual responsibility presented in Ezekiel 18 apply to our modern understanding of justice?

5. Reflect on the transformative power of repentance as discussed in verses 21-24. How does this understanding affect your perception of personal growth and change?

6. How does God respond to the Israelites' claims of His ways being unjust? How does this reinforce God's fairness and justice?

7. In what ways does the principle of individual responsibility challenge you in your daily life?

8. How does the theme of divine forgiveness manifest in your life? How can you apply it to your interactions with others?

9. How do you understand the phrase "For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live!" in the context of God's character?

10. How can the understanding of personal accountability influence your relationship with God and your spiritual journey?

11. In today's society, how can we balance individual responsibility with the societal impact of actions? How does Ezekiel 18 inform this balance?

12. How can we apply the lesson of individual responsibility from Ezekiel 18 in nurturing our families, especially our children?

13. In a culture that often promotes blame-shifting, how does the message of Ezekiel 18 stand out?

14. How does the notion of individual repentance and forgiveness in Ezekiel 18 provide hope for those entangled in persistent sin?

15. How might the message of Ezekiel 18 affect the way we approach people who have made serious mistakes in their lives?

16. How can we cultivate a mindset of repentance as portrayed in Ezekiel 18 in our daily lives?

17. Can the concept of God's fairness be reconciled with the suffering we see in the world today? How does Ezekiel 18 inform this discussion?

18. How might the teachings in Ezekiel 18 influence the way society handles crime and punishment?

19. How can the principles outlined in Ezekiel 18 guide you in your personal decision-making processes?

20. What steps can you take to ensure you are living in line with the expectations of righteousness as outlined in Ezekiel 18?

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