Ezekiel 43:18
Then He said to me: "Son of man, this is what the Lord GOD says: 'These are the statutes for the altar on the day it is constructed, so that burnt offerings may be sacrificed on it and blood may be sprinkled on it:
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 43:18?

2. How does Ezekiel 43:18 emphasize the importance of altar purification in worship?

3. What does the altar's consecration process teach about holiness in our lives?

4. How can we apply the principles of sacrifice from Ezekiel 43:18 today?

5. What connections exist between Ezekiel 43:18 and New Testament teachings on sacrifice?

6. How does understanding Ezekiel 43:18 deepen our appreciation for Christ's ultimate sacrifice?

7. What is the significance of the altar in Ezekiel 43:18 for modern Christian worship practices?

8. How does Ezekiel 43:18 relate to the concept of sacrifice in Christianity?

9. Why does God emphasize the altar's measurements in Ezekiel 43:18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 43?

11. Ezekiel 43:18–27 emphasizes continued animal sacrifices. How does this align with later New Testament teachings that Christ’s sacrifice ended the need for further offerings?

12. Why does Ezekiel 40 describe a Temple layout that differs so widely from known historical designs?

13. Why do the measurements in Ezekiel 42 seem to conflict with earlier temple designs described in 1 Kings 6?

14. Why are animal sacrifices in the millennial kingdom?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the construction of the altar in Ezekiel 43:18 reflect God's desire for order and holiness in worship?

2. In what ways do the burnt offerings and blood sprinkling in the Old Testament point to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ in the New Testament?

3. How can we apply the principles of obedience and holiness in our personal worship practices today?

4. What does the role of blood in the sacrificial system teach us about the significance of Jesus' sacrifice for our sins?

5. How can understanding the Old Testament sacrificial system deepen our appreciation for the New Covenant relationship we have with God through Christ?1. How does the return of God's glory to the Temple in Ezekiel 43 symbolize God's forgiveness and restoration?

2. What do the specific instructions for the altar tell us about the nature of God and how we should approach Him?

3. How can we apply the principle of God's holiness in our daily lives?

4. In what ways can we relate the people's past sins and God's expectations to our present-day life?

5. How can we consecrate our own "altar" in today's context, as described in Ezekiel 43?

6. What does the vision of God's glory filling the Temple mean for us today?

7. How does God's covenant of peace resonate with you personally, and how can it be applied in your life?

8. How do the repetitive instructions and rituals emphasize the importance of obedience and dedication?

9. What can we learn about the consequences of our actions from the shame the Israelites felt for their sins?

10. In what ways can you create a "most holy" place in your life for God's presence?

11. How does the concept of God dwelling among His people transform your perspective on your personal relationship with God?

12. How can the detailed sacrificial laws inform our understanding of atonement and reconciliation with God?

13. How does the image of God's glory entering through the East Gate influence your perception of divine encounters?

14. What role does repentance play in preparing our hearts for God's presence, as shown in Ezekiel 43?

15. How can we modernize the concept of observing the law of the temple in our spiritual practice today?

16. In what ways can the principles outlined in the Temple's design and layout guide the structure of our personal devotion or worship?

17. What implications does God's demand for precise obedience have on your understanding of God's expectations?

18. How does the concept of God's throne being among humans challenge your view of God's accessibility and nearness?

19. How do the elements of the Temple and its rituals symbolize aspects of our spiritual journey today?

20. How can the process of consecrating the altar guide us in setting apart areas of our lives for God's specific use or purpose?

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