Ezekiel 6:8
Yet I will leave a remnant, for some of you will escape the sword when you are scattered among the nations and throughout the lands.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 6:8?

2. How does Ezekiel 6:8 demonstrate God's mercy amidst judgment?

3. What does "a remnant" in Ezekiel 6:8 reveal about God's faithfulness?

4. How can Ezekiel 6:8 encourage believers facing trials today?

5. Connect Ezekiel 6:8 with other biblical examples of God preserving a remnant.

6. How should Ezekiel 6:8 influence our understanding of God's justice and grace?

7. What does Ezekiel 6:8 reveal about God's judgment and mercy towards Israel?

8. How does Ezekiel 6:8 fit into the broader context of God's covenant with Israel?

9. Why does God choose to spare a remnant according to Ezekiel 6:8?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 6?

11. How do we reconcile Ezekiel 6:8–9, which speaks of a repentant remnant, with other passages (e.g., 2 Kings 21:14) suggesting total destruction or exile?

12. Why does the message in Jeremiah 6:26–30 emphasize complete destruction when other prophetic texts suggest partial judgment, possibly indicating an inconsistency in prophetic outlooks?

13. Does the harsh judgment in Ezekiel 6:10 fit with a loving and merciful God, or does it conflict with more compassionate depictions found elsewhere in the Bible?

14. Zechariah 8:13: How could the house of Judah and Israel become blessings to other nations in light of ongoing regional strife?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the concept of a remnant in Ezekiel 6:8 provide hope for believers today?

2. In what ways can we see the theme of a remnant throughout the Bible, and how does it apply to the church today?

3. What are the consequences of disobedience as seen in the scattering of the Israelites, and how can we apply this lesson to our lives?

4. How can we, as modern believers, ensure that we are part of God's faithful remnant?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's faithfulness despite difficult circumstances. How does this relate to the promise of a remnant in Ezekiel 6:8?1. What does Ezekiel 6 teach us about the consequences of idolatry?

2. How does this chapter portray God's view of idol worship?

3. In what ways can we apply the lessons from the devastation due to idolatry to our modern life?

4. What does God’s promise of a remnant reveal about His character?

5. How can we identify and eliminate "modern-day idols" in our lives?

6. How does God's message through Ezekiel resonate with the current state of the world?

7. How can you ensure that you are not participating in modern-day idolatry?

8. How does the concept of a "remnant" apply to the Christian community today?

9. Can you draw any parallels between the desolation foretold in Ezekiel and any events in recent history?

10. In the face of God's wrath, what is our role in interceding for our nations?

11. How does the prophecy given to Ezekiel challenge your understanding of God’s justice?

12. What can we learn about repentance from the prophecy against Israel?

13. How does God's promise of sparing a remnant offer hope amidst judgment?

14. Why do you think God allowed Ezekiel to see the impending punishment for Israel's sins?

15. How does Ezekiel's message influence your relationship with God and others?

16. How can we prevent ourselves from straying away from God's teachings as the Israelites did?

17. What actions can we take when we see idolatry or disobedience to God in our societies?

18. How can you apply the lessons of Ezekiel 6 to your personal spiritual journey?

19. How does God's treatment of Israel in Ezekiel 6 influence your understanding of His mercy and judgement?

20. What would you do if you were in Ezekiel's position, being tasked with delivering such a heavy prophecy?

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