Ezekiel 18:28
Because he considered and turned from all the transgressions he had committed, he will surely live; he will not die.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 18:28?

2. How does Ezekiel 18:28 emphasize personal responsibility for one's actions?

3. What does "considered and turned away" teach about repentance and transformation?

4. How can Ezekiel 18:28 guide us in making righteous life choices today?

5. Connect Ezekiel 18:28 with New Testament teachings on repentance and salvation.

6. How can you apply the principles of Ezekiel 18:28 in daily decision-making?

7. How does Ezekiel 18:28 challenge the concept of predestination?

8. Does Ezekiel 18:28 imply salvation is based on works?

9. How does Ezekiel 18:28 align with the New Testament's message of grace?

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

11. What is the meaning of Biblical prophecy?

12. In Nehemiah 1:5-7, are the concepts of collective sin and covenant consistent with other Old Testament texts or do they create contradictions?

13. Ezekiel 18:31 - Is it scientifically or psychologically plausible for people to instantly acquire a 'new heart' and 'new spirit'?

14. 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?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ezekiel 18:28 challenge the notion of collective punishment and emphasize individual responsibility?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of "considering and turning away" from sin in our daily lives?

3. How does the message of Ezekiel 18:28 align with the teachings of Jesus on repentance and forgiveness?

4. What role does self-examination play in the process of repentance, according to Ezekiel 18:28 and related scriptures?

5. How can the promise of life in Ezekiel 18:28 encourage someone struggling with guilt or past mistakes?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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