1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 65:5?

2. How does Isaiah 65:5 illustrate self-righteousness and its consequences in God's eyes?

3. What behaviors in Isaiah 65:5 should we avoid to please God today?

4. How does Isaiah 65:5 connect with Jesus' teachings on humility and pride?

5. How can we ensure our worship aligns with God's desires, not self-righteousness?

6. What practical steps can we take to avoid being "holier than thou"?

7. What does Isaiah 65:5 reveal about self-righteousness and its consequences?

8. How does Isaiah 65:5 challenge the concept of holiness in religious practices?

9. Why does God express anger towards those described in Isaiah 65:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 65?

11. What does "holier than thou" mean?

12. What does eternal damnation mean?

13. In Isaiah 24:6, how could the 'curse' devour the earth if other parts of the Bible do not mention such a universal destruction?

14. 2 Chronicles 5:13-14 - How can the 'cloud' filling the House of God be explained naturally or confirmed historically, rather than attributed to a purely supernatural event?1. How does Isaiah 65:5 challenge our understanding of personal holiness and self-righteousness?

2. In what ways can we guard against the attitude of being "holier than thou" in our daily lives?

3. How does the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18:9-14 relate to the message in Isaiah 65:5?

4. What practical steps can we take to foster humility and reliance on God's grace rather than our own righteousness?

5. How can we encourage a spirit of community and fellowship in our church or small group, avoiding the pitfalls of self-righteousness?1. Reflect on Isaiah's depiction of God's open invitation in verses 1-2. How can this inform your understanding of God's pursuit of humanity today?

2. What parallels can you draw between the rebellious actions of the Israelites and modern forms of rebellion against God?

3. How can God's promise of blessing for the faithful in verses 8-10 encourage Christians in their walk of faith today?

4. What lessons can we learn from God's stern judgment on the unfaithful?

5. How does Isaiah's vision of a new creation inspire hope for the future?

6. How does the theme of divine justice resonate with you personally?

7. What are practical ways you can ensure faithfulness to God in your daily life?

8. In what ways do you see God's sovereignty and mercy at play in your life?

9. How can the contrast between the righteous and the wicked guide your personal and spiritual decisions?

10. How does the idea of God not remaining silent (v.6) resonate in the context of injustices we see today?

11. How might the promise of a new name for God's servants (v.15) provide comfort and hope for those experiencing struggles or persecution?

12. How can you apply the lessons from Isaiah 65 to evangelize to those who do not know God?

13. How can you cultivate an expectation for God's promised new creation in your daily life?

14. In what ways has rebellion against God changed in our modern context compared to the time of Isaiah?

15. How does the promise of God's intimate relationship with His people in the new creation affect your perspective of your relationship with God now?

16. How can Christians reconcile the reality of God's impending judgment with His love and mercy?

17. How does the metaphor of the new wine in a cluster (v.8) speak to you about the remnant of believers in today's world?

18. How can you use the lessons from Isaiah 65 to encourage others in their faith journey?

19. How does understanding God's divine justice shape your understanding of events in the world today?

20. How do you relate with God's grief over the unfaithfulness of His people as described in Isaiah 65?

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