Ezekiel 9:11
Then the man clothed in linen with the writing kit at his side reported back, "I have done as You commanded."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 9:11?

2. How does Ezekiel 9:11 demonstrate God's authority and justice in judgment?

3. What role does the "man in linen" play in Ezekiel 9:11?

4. How can we ensure our actions align with God's commands as seen in Ezekiel?

5. What scriptural connections exist between Ezekiel 9:11 and Revelation's depiction of judgment?

6. How does Ezekiel 9:11 encourage us to respond to God's directives today?

7. What is the significance of the man with the writing kit in Ezekiel 9:11?

8. How does Ezekiel 9:11 reflect God's judgment and mercy?

9. Why is the marking of the foreheads important in Ezekiel 9:11?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 9?

11. How does the judgment in Ezekiel 9 align with other biblical passages emphasizing mercy and forgiveness?

12. Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details?

13. What riddles are found in the Bible?

14. What miracles did Jesus perform according to the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the role of the man clothed in linen in Ezekiel 9:11 reflect the concept of divine protection and judgment in other parts of the Bible?

2. In what ways can we, like the marked individuals in Ezekiel 9, demonstrate our lamentation and opposition to the sin around us today?

3. How does the theme of divine justice in Ezekiel 9 encourage us to trust in God's ultimate plan, even when we witness injustice in the world?

4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are obedient to God's commands, as exemplified by the man in linen?

5. How can the connection between Ezekiel 9 and Revelation 7 deepen our understanding of God's protection and sealing of His people?1. What is the significance of the man dressed in linen with the writer's inkhorn?

2. Why did God choose to begin His judgment at His sanctuary?

3. How do you interpret the symbolism of the mark given to the righteous in Jerusalem?

4. Why does God spare those who "sigh and groan" over the abominations in the city? What does this tell us about His character?

5. Compare Ezekiel's response to God's judgment with Abraham's response to Sodom's judgment in Genesis 18. What similarities and differences do you see?

6. How do you reconcile the image of a loving God with the depiction of divine judgment in Ezekiel 9?

7. What does this chapter teach about the consequences of collective and individual sin?

8. How can we apply the lessons from this chapter to the way we respond to sin in our society today?

9. What might be some 'detestable practices' in today's world that would grieve God?

10. If you were in Ezekiel's position, witnessing such a vision, what would be your reaction?

11. In what ways does the church today uphold or fail to uphold the kind of integrity seen in those marked for protection in Jerusalem?

12. What does this chapter say about the importance of spiritual discernment?

13. What parallels can you draw between Ezekiel 9 and the world we live in today?

14. How can we, as modern Christians, "sigh and groan" over the sins of our society in a way that is constructive and leads to change?

15. How might this chapter affect the way you think about justice and righteousness?

16. How can we bear the 'mark' of righteousness in our own lives?

17. Is there a time when you felt like Ezekiel, overwhelmed by the sin and injustice around you? How did you respond?

18. How does the depiction of God's judgment in Ezekiel 9 resonate with the concept of God's justice found in the New Testament?

19. In your personal life, how can you be an agent of change against detestable practices or sins in your community?

20. How can we find hope in God's character as revealed in this sobering chapter of divine judgment?

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