1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:2?

2. How does Ezekiel 34:2 challenge leaders to prioritize their flock's needs?

3. What are the consequences of neglecting the flock, according to Ezekiel 34:2?

4. How can church leaders apply Ezekiel 34:2 to their pastoral responsibilities today?

5. Compare Ezekiel 34:2 with John 10:11. How should shepherds care for sheep?

6. How does Ezekiel 34:2 encourage accountability among spiritual leaders in your community?

7. What does Ezekiel 34:2 reveal about the responsibilities of spiritual leaders?

8. How does Ezekiel 34:2 challenge modern church leadership practices?

9. In what ways does Ezekiel 34:2 address the issue of neglectful shepherds?

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

11. Ezekiel 34:2 – How can we verify historically or archaeologically that corrupt leaders were truly the “shepherds” described here?

12. In Micah 3:3, the graphic language seems hyperbolic—how can it be reconciled with historical or archeological records of Israelite practices?

13. Ezekiel 34 – Are there any inconsistencies with other prophetic books about how judgment is executed and who is held accountable?

14. What is the theme of "Clouds Without Water"?1. How does the role of a shepherd in ancient Israel relate to the responsibilities of spiritual leaders today?

2. In what ways can church leaders ensure they are "feeding the flock" rather than serving their own interests?

3. How does Jesus' example as the Good Shepherd challenge and inspire current leaders in the church?

4. What are some practical steps that leaders can take to avoid the pitfalls of neglect and self-interest?

5. How can members of a congregation support and hold their leaders accountable to the biblical standard of shepherding?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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