And I will raise up for them a garden of renown, and they will no longer be victims of famine in the land or bear the scorn of the nations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:29? 2. How does Ezekiel 34:29 illustrate God's provision for His people today? 3. What does "a land renowned for its crops" symbolize in a believer's life? 4. How can we apply the promise of "no longer be victims of famine"? 5. Connect Ezekiel 34:29 with Jesus' role as the Good Shepherd in John 10. 6. How does this verse encourage trust in God's future restoration and blessings? 7. What is the "renowned planting place" mentioned in Ezekiel 34:29? 8. How does Ezekiel 34:29 relate to God's promise of provision and security? 9. What historical context surrounds the prophecy in Ezekiel 34:29? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 34? 11. If the Babylonian Exile was as devastating as described, why do some records suggest many Jews prospered in Babylon? 12. What does 'worm of Jacob' mean? 13. Jeremiah 24:10 - Why would a benevolent God inflict war, famine, and pestilence on His own people if His ultimate plan was restoration and mercy? 14. What caused the destruction of Jerusalem? Discussion Questions 1. How does the promise of a "land renowned for its crops" in Ezekiel 34:29 reflect God's character as a provider?2. In what ways can we see the fulfillment of God's promise to remove the scorn of the nations in the New Testament? 3. How does the context of the Babylonian exile enhance our understanding of the hope and restoration promised in this verse? 4. What are some practical ways we can trust in God's provision in our own lives, as seen in Ezekiel 34:29? 5. How does the imagery of God as a shepherd in Ezekiel 34 connect with Jesus' teachings in the New Testament?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? Links Ezekiel 34:29 NIVEzekiel 34:29 NLT Ezekiel 34:29 ESV Ezekiel 34:29 NASB Ezekiel 34:29 KJV Ezekiel 34:29 Commentaries Bible Hub |



