1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 20:9?

2. How does Ezekiel 20:9 emphasize God's concern for His holy name?

3. What actions can we take to honor God's name in our daily lives?

4. How does Ezekiel 20:9 connect with the Third Commandment about God's name?

5. Why is God's reputation among nations important, according to Ezekiel 20:9?

6. How can we reflect God's holiness in our interactions with others?

7. How does Ezekiel 20:9 demonstrate God's concern for His reputation among the nations?

8. Why did God prioritize His name's sanctity over immediate justice in Ezekiel 20:9?

9. What historical events are referenced in Ezekiel 20:9 regarding Israel's deliverance from Egypt?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 20?

11. In Ezekiel 30:4-5, how can we verify that the specific nations named were actually affected as dramatically as the prophecy indicates, given limited historical records?

12. If God created humans with free will, why does He harden Pharaoh's heart (Exodus 9:12)?

13. How does the prophecy of a coalition of nations in Ezekiel 38:5-6 align or conflict with other biblical prophecies of end-time alliances?

14. Isaiah 46:9: How can we reconcile the claim that there is 'no other God' with the clear presence and worship of many deities in ancient Near Eastern culture?1. How does understanding God's motivation for His name's sake change the way you view His actions in your life?

2. In what ways can your personal testimony serve as a witness to God's deliverance and faithfulness?

3. How can you ensure that your conduct among non-believers reflects God's holiness and brings glory to His name?

4. What are some practical steps you can take to live with the intention of glorifying God in your daily life?

5. How does the concept of God's faithfulness, despite human failure, encourage you in your spiritual journey?1. How does the recounting of Israel's history of rebellion serve as a cautionary tale for us today?

2. What can we learn about God's character through His interactions with Israel in this chapter?

3. How do you see God's mercy and judgement balancing each other in Ezekiel 20?

4. What does the concept of the Sabbath represent in this chapter and how can it be applied today?

5. How do the elders of Israel approach Ezekiel and how does their attitude reflect the state of their relationship with God?

6. Why does God repeatedly hold back His full wrath despite Israel's constant rebellion?

7. How does God's promise of future restoration reflect His ultimate plans for humanity?

8. In what ways might we be guilty of idolatry in our modern context?

9. How does God's response to Israel's rebellion in Babylon apply to our lives when we find ourselves in 'exile' situations?

10. What can we learn from God's strategy of discipline and promise of restoration in guiding our own actions and life choices?

11. How does the final verse (Ezekiel 20:44) inspire you and why?

12. In what ways does Israel's loathing of their past actions after God's judgment mirror personal regret and repentance?

13. How can the concept of purification mentioned in the chapter be applied in our spiritual journey today?

14. What do you think it means to serve God with a "whole heart" as stated in the final section?

15. In what ways does this chapter challenge your understanding of God's justice and mercy?

16. How can the history of Israel's disobedience serve as a mirror for our own spiritual state?

17. What parallels can be drawn between Israel's rebellion and the moral and spiritual state of society today?

18. How does God's promise of restoration in this chapter encourage you in times of personal struggle?

19. What steps can you take to avoid falling into the patterns of rebellion displayed by the Israelites?

20. In what ways can we take lessons from Israel's history to build a more faithful and obedient relationship with God today?

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