◄ Ezekiel 14:14 ►
then even if these three men--Noah, Daniel, and Job--were in it, their righteousness could deliver only themselves, declares the Lord GOD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 14:14? 2. How does Ezekiel 14:14 emphasize the importance of personal righteousness before God? 3. What qualities did Noah, Daniel, and Job share according to Ezekiel 14:14? 4. How can we apply the example of Noah's faithfulness in our lives today? 5. In what ways does Daniel's integrity inspire us to remain steadfast in trials? 6. How does Job's perseverance encourage us to trust God amidst suffering and loss? 7. Why are Noah, Daniel, and Job specifically mentioned in Ezekiel 14:14? 8. What does Ezekiel 14:14 reveal about individual righteousness and collective judgment? 9. How does Ezekiel 14:14 challenge the concept of intercessory prayer? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 14? 11. How can the mention of “Noah, Daniel, and Job” in Ezekiel 14:14 be reconciled with their differing historical timelines? 12. Does the inclusion of Daniel in Ezekiel 14:14 suggest an anachronism, since the historical Daniel may have been a contemporary of Ezekiel? 13. Is there any historical or archaeological basis to confirm the existence of Job or the context described in Job 23, or is it purely a literary construct? 14. Job 1:16–19 – Are there natural or scientific explanations for the rapid succession of disasters that befell Job, or is this account purely symbolic? Discussion Questions 1. How do the lives of Noah, Daniel, and Job inspire you to pursue personal righteousness in your own life? 2. In what ways can you demonstrate faithfulness to God in the face of adversity, as seen in the examples of these three men? 3. How does Ezekiel 14:14 challenge your understanding of personal responsibility in your spiritual walk? 4. What are some practical steps you can take to ensure that your righteousness is not just outward but stems from a genuine relationship with God? 5. How can the accounts of Noah, Daniel, and Job encourage you to intercede for others, even while recognizing the limitations of intercession as highlighted in this passage? Ezekiel 14 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the issue of idolatry in Ezekiel's time relate to today's context? What are the "idols" in your life? 2. What does the presence of idols in the hearts of the Israelite elders say about hidden sins? 3. How does personal accountability play out in your life? Discuss the implications of the principle of individual accountability found in Ezekiel 14. 4. How can you apply God's call for repentance in your personal spiritual journey? 5. What do the examples of Noah, Daniel, and Job teach us about righteousness and God's judgment? 6. How does the concept of a 'remnant' apply in a contemporary setting, particularly in the Church? 7. Why do you think God chose to spare a remnant despite the idolatrous acts of the people? 8. How does God's judgment in this chapter resonate with His attribute of justice? 9. In what ways does God's sovereignty shine through this chapter? 10. How can the message of this chapter influence your interactions with the secular world? 11. How does the call to turn away from idols challenge your understanding of devotion to God? 12. How does the promise of a faithful remnant give hope in the face of impending judgment? 13. What are some practical ways you can ensure you're not straying from God in your daily life? 14. How does God's message to the elders of Israel encourage personal self-examination? 15. How do you perceive God’s simultaneous justice and mercy as expressed in Ezekiel 14? 16. How would you apply the lessons from this chapter in your role as a leader in your community or church? 17. What actions would you take if you discovered idolatrous practices within your faith community? 18. How does the concept of a 'faithful remnant' motivate you to stay committed to your faith? 19. How does the theme of divine judgment in this chapter shape your understanding of the consequences of unrepentant sin? 20. How can the image of a redeemable remnant inspire hope and courage in times of personal or collective crisis? Links Ezekiel 14:14 NIV Ezekiel 14:14 NLT Ezekiel 14:14 ESV Ezekiel 14:14 NASB Ezekiel 14:14 KJV Ezekiel 14:14 Commentaries Bible Hub