Ezekiel 33:18
If a righteous man turns from his righteousness and commits iniquity, he will die for it.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 33:18?

2. How does Ezekiel 33:18 emphasize the importance of righteous living for believers?

3. What does "turns from his righteousness" teach about the dangers of backsliding?

4. How can Ezekiel 33:18 guide us in maintaining a consistent Christian walk?

5. What scriptural connections highlight the consequences of abandoning righteousness in Ezekiel 33:18?

6. How can we apply the warning in Ezekiel 33:18 to our daily lives?

7. How does Ezekiel 33:18 challenge the concept of eternal security in salvation?

8. What does Ezekiel 33:18 imply about the nature of righteousness and sin?

9. How does Ezekiel 33:18 align with the broader theme of accountability in the Bible?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 33?

11. Does God punish children for their fathers' sins? (Exodus 20:5 vs. Ezekiel 18:20)

12. Ezekiel 18:20 - If individuals alone bear their own guilt, how do we reconcile this with Exodus 20:5, which speaks of generational punishment?

13. 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?

14. Romans 5:19 implies many are made sinners by Adam's disobedience, so how does this align with Ezekiel 18's insistence on individual moral accountability?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ezekiel 33:18 challenge our understanding of righteousness and its permanence?

2. In what ways can we guard against turning from righteousness in our daily lives?

3. How do the consequences of iniquity in Ezekiel 33:18 compare to the teachings in the New Testament about sin and grace?

4. What role does community play in helping believers maintain their righteousness according to biblical teachings?

5. How can we apply the concept of repentance in our lives to ensure we remain in right standing with God?1. What do you think is the significance of Ezekiel's role as a watchman? How does it apply to Christians today?

2. How do you understand the concept of personal responsibility as discussed in this chapter?

3. How does the analogy of the watchman resonate with your personal experiences?

4. What can we learn from God's treatment of the righteous and the wicked?

5. What does this chapter teach about repentance? How does it relate to the modern Christian's understanding of forgiveness and redemption?

6. How does this chapter portray God's justice?

7. The fall of Jerusalem was a significant event in Israel's history. How does God use this event to relay His message?

8. How would you relate the Israelites' response to their suffering to responses you see in today's society?

9. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of ignoring warnings, both in biblical times and today?

10. How can the themes in this chapter guide us in dealing with adversity in our lives?

11. How does Ezekiel 33 challenge our perceptions of fairness?

12. How might we act as "watchmen" in our own communities today?

13. How can this chapter inform our understanding of responsibility for others' spiritual welfare?

14. Can the promise of redemption after repentance in this chapter provide comfort in our current societal context? How?

15. How does the dichotomy between righteousness and wickedness apply to our daily lives?

16. What does the Israelites' disbelief in God's justice reveal about their understanding of God? How does it mirror challenges in faith people face today?

17. How can the warning against complacency in righteousness guide modern Christians?

18. How does the concept of personal accountability in this chapter apply to modern societal issues?

19. In the light of this chapter, how should we react when we or others face consequences of their actions?

20. What insights does this chapter provide for understanding the balance between God's justice and mercy?

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