Ezekiel 34:10
This is what the Lord GOD says: 'Behold, I am against the shepherds, and I will demand from them My flock and remove them from tending the flock, so that they can no longer feed themselves. For I will deliver My flock from their mouths, and it will no longer be food for them.'
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:10?

2. How does Ezekiel 34:10 illustrate God's response to unfaithful shepherds?

3. What responsibilities do spiritual leaders have according to Ezekiel 34:10?

4. How does Ezekiel 34:10 connect with Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John 10?

5. In what ways can we ensure we are not "feeding themselves" as leaders?

6. How can believers support their leaders to avoid the pitfalls in Ezekiel 34:10?

7. What does Ezekiel 34:10 reveal about God's judgment on unfaithful leaders?

8. How does Ezekiel 34:10 challenge our understanding of divine justice?

9. In what ways does Ezekiel 34:10 emphasize accountability for spiritual leaders?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 34?

11. What does 'One Shepherd and One Flock' mean?

12. Is there only one shepherd?

13. Ezekiel 34:11-12 - Is there any scientific or natural explanation for God personally gathering scattered people, or is this purely metaphorical?

14. Zechariah 13:7 - Who is the 'shepherd' in this verse, and why does the text imply that God himself would strike him, which seems contradictory to other passages?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the role of the shepherd in Ezekiel 34:10 compare to the role of leaders in the church today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not neglecting our responsibilities to those we are called to lead or care for?

3. How does the imagery of God as a shepherd provide comfort and assurance in times of difficulty?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to emulate the Good Shepherd in our daily lives?

5. How can we apply the lessons of divine justice and accountability in our personal and professional relationships?1. In the context of your own life, who or what would the "bad shepherds" represent?

2. How do you feel when you read about God’s judgment against the shepherds?

3. In what ways have you experienced God as your shepherd?

4. How do the themes of leadership responsibility and divine judgment apply in today's context?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt like a lost sheep. How did you experience God's pursuit during that period?

6. How can leaders today learn from the mistakes of the shepherds of Israel?

7. How does the image of God as a shepherd provide comfort in times of distress or confusion?

8. What can we learn from the judgments within the flock regarding our interactions with others?

9. What do you believe the future Messiah mentioned in Ezekiel 34:23-24 symbolizes?

10. How does God's promise of a covenant of peace resonate with you personally?

11. How can we apply the promises God made to the Israelites in Ezekiel 34 to our lives today?

12. In the modern world, how can we differentiate between leaders who are true shepherds from those who are not?

13. How does the metaphor of God as a shepherd influence your understanding of His character?

14. How can we, as members of a community or a society, prevent our leaders from becoming the "bad shepherds" described in this chapter?

15. How can the promises made in the covenant of peace guide us in our daily life choices and relationships?

16. How does Ezekiel 34 inspire you to approach challenges in your life?

17. How does the promise of restoration in this chapter resonate with current global issues?

18. What changes can you make in your life to emulate the qualities of the future Shepherd mentioned in this chapter?

19. Reflect on a situation where you felt God intervened as a shepherd in your life.

20. How does the portrayal of God's justice and mercy in this chapter affect your understanding of His character?

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