Ezekiel 34:5
They were scattered for lack of a shepherd, and when they were scattered they became food for all the wild beasts.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:5?

2. How does Ezekiel 34:5 illustrate the consequences of lacking godly leadership?

3. What responsibilities do leaders have to prevent scattering, as seen in Ezekiel 34:5?

4. How can we apply Ezekiel 34:5 to modern church leadership roles?

5. Which New Testament passages echo the themes found in Ezekiel 34:5?

6. How can believers ensure they are not "scattered" in their spiritual walk?

7. What does Ezekiel 34:5 reveal about God's view on leadership and responsibility?

8. How does Ezekiel 34:5 challenge our understanding of spiritual guidance?

9. What historical context influenced the message in Ezekiel 34:5?

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

11. What does 'Sheep Without a Shepherd' mean?

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

13. What does "Sheep Without a Shepherd" mean?

14. Jeremiah 23:1-2: How can God condemn 'shepherds' who mislead the flock while, historically, many oppressive leaders seem to go unpunished?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the imagery of shepherds and sheep in Ezekiel 34:5 help us understand the role of spiritual leaders today?

2. In what ways can we identify and address the "wild beasts" that threaten our spiritual well-being in contemporary life?

3. How does Jesus fulfill the role of the Good Shepherd, and what implications does this have for our personal relationship with Him?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt scattered or vulnerable. How did God provide guidance or protection during that period?

5. How can we, as members of the body of Christ, support and shepherd one another in our faith communities?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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