Ezekiel 35:6
therefore as surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I will give you over to bloodshed and it will pursue you. Since you did not hate bloodshed, it will pursue you.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 35:6?

2. How does Ezekiel 35:6 emphasize God's judgment against perpetual enmity and bloodshed?

3. What lessons can we learn about God's justice from Ezekiel 35:6?

4. How does Ezekiel 35:6 connect with God's covenant promises to Israel?

5. In what ways can we apply the warning of Ezekiel 35:6 today?

6. How does Ezekiel 35:6 reflect God's response to unrepentant sin and hostility?

7. What does Ezekiel 35:6 reveal about God's judgment and justice?

8. How does Ezekiel 35:6 fit into the broader narrative of the Book of Ezekiel?

9. What historical context is essential to understanding Ezekiel 35:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 35?

11. What does the Bible say about God versus Satan?

12. What are the key themes in Ezekiel's life story?

13. Does God change his mind? I Samuel 15:10-11, 15:35, and Genesis 6:6-7 suggest yes, while I Samuel 15:29 suggests no. How do these contradictions reconcile?

14. What are the four living creatures in Revelation?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the historical conflict between Jacob and Esau help us understand the judgment pronounced in Ezekiel 35:6?

2. In what ways can unresolved conflict and bitterness affect our spiritual lives, as seen in the relationship between Edom and Israel?

3. How does the concept of God's inevitable justice provide comfort or challenge in your current circumstances?

4. What steps can you take to ensure that you are pursuing peace rather than harboring enmity in your relationships?

5. How can the themes of justice and reconciliation in Ezekiel 35:6 be applied to modern-day conflicts, both personal and global?1. How does Ezekiel 35 reflect on the theme of divine justice and retribution?

2. How does the prophecy against Mount Seir relate to the concept of "you reap what you sow"?

3. Why do you think the Edomites' enmity was referred to as "perpetual hatred"?

4. How does the concept of divine justice presented in this chapter align with other parts of the Bible?

5. How does God's wrath on Edom reflect His protective nature towards His chosen people?

6. In what ways do you see the consequences of enmity manifested in our world today?

7. How might the Edomites' assumption of seizing Israel and Judah's lands reflect a sense of entitlement? Can you see any parallels in today's society?

8. In what ways might we be guilty of rejoicing over the misfortunes of others, even subtly, and what consequences might that have?

9. How does Ezekiel 35 underscore the importance of heeding prophetic warnings?

10. Reflect on a time when you felt God's justice in your own life. What did that experience teach you?

11. How can you apply the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to promote peace and unity in your community?

12. How does this chapter illustrate the danger of harboring and acting on long-standing negative emotions?

13. How does God's promise to hear and see our struggles provide comfort in difficult times?

14. If you were in the position of the Edomites, what would you do differently?

15. How does God's response to the Edomites' actions challenge our understanding of His character?

16. What practical steps can we take to avoid the pitfalls of envy and hatred in our lives?

17. How can we ensure that our words and actions align with God's expectations, as revealed in this chapter?

18. How can the events of Ezekiel 35 guide us in standing up for those who are marginalized or oppressed today?

19. What does this chapter teach us about the relationship between actions and consequences, particularly in a spiritual context?

20. How can we lean on the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to seek and administer justice in our daily lives?

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