Ezekiel 34:3
You eat the fat, wear the wool, and butcher the fattened sheep, but you do not feed the flock.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:3?

2. How does Ezekiel 34:3 highlight the responsibilities of spiritual leaders today?

3. What are the consequences of neglecting the flock, as seen in Ezekiel 34:3?

4. How can church leaders ensure they "do not feed the flock" like in Ezekiel?

5. What other scriptures emphasize the duty of caring for God's people?

6. How can believers support their leaders in fulfilling Ezekiel 34:3's expectations?

7. What does Ezekiel 34:3 reveal about the responsibilities of spiritual leaders?

8. How does Ezekiel 34:3 challenge the integrity of religious authorities?

9. In what ways does Ezekiel 34:3 address the exploitation of followers?

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

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

12. Why leave the ninety-nine sheep?

13. Who exactly are the 'other sheep' in John 10:16, and why is there no clear historical record identifying them?

14. What did Jesus mean by 'Feed My Sheep'?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Ezekiel 34:3 challenge our understanding of leadership within the church and community?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are spiritually nourishing those we are responsible for, whether in family, church, or work settings?

3. How does the image of God as the Good Shepherd in Psalm 23 provide comfort and guidance for both leaders and followers?

4. What practical steps can we take to avoid the pitfalls of self-serving leadership as described in Ezekiel 34:3?

5. How can we apply the principles of shepherding from 1 Peter 5 in our daily interactions and responsibilities?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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