◄ Ezekiel 22:2 ►
"As for you, son of man, will you judge her? Will you pass judgment on the city of bloodshed? Then confront her with all her abominations Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:2? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:2 challenge us to confront sin in our community? 3. What does "judge the city of bloodshed" reveal about God's view on justice? 4. How can we apply Ezekiel's call to accountability in our personal lives today? 5. What parallels exist between Ezekiel 22:2 and Jesus' teachings on repentance? 6. How does Ezekiel 22:2 encourage us to address societal injustices biblically? 7. What does Ezekiel 22:2 reveal about God's judgment on Jerusalem's sins? 8. How does Ezekiel 22:2 challenge our understanding of divine justice? 9. Why is Ezekiel called to confront the "city of bloodshed" in Ezekiel 22:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. In Ezekiel 22:2–5, why does God single out Jerusalem’s bloodshed without clear archaeological evidence of such extensive violence? 12. What does the Bible, including Jesus, say about homosexuality? 13. In Ezekiel 10:2, does any historical or archaeological record validate the vision of coals scattering over the city? 14. What do the tree's leaves symbolize for nations' healing? Discussion Questions 1. How does Ezekiel's role as a "son of man" inform our understanding of his mission and message? 2. In what ways can we identify and confront "abominations" in our own lives and communities today? 3. How do the themes of judgment and mercy in Ezekiel 22:2 relate to the message of the Gospel? 4. What lessons can we learn from the repeated warnings given to Jerusalem about the consequences of sin? 5. How can we apply the concept of community accountability in our church or small group settings? Ezekiel 22 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Ezekiel 22 reveal about God's attitude towards sin? 2. Discuss the specific sins of Israel mentioned in verses 1-12. How do these manifest in today's society? 3. What does God's judgment as described in verses 13-16 signify about His character and response to unrepentance? 4. How does the metaphor of Israel as 'dross' in verses 17-22 apply to personal and collective purity in our own lives? 5. What roles did the prophets, priests, and princes play in Israel's moral decay according to verses 23-31? 6. How does the failure of leadership in Israel parallel issues in today's world? 7. How can we 'stand in the gap' in our communities like the person God was seeking in verse 30? 8. What can we learn about personal responsibility and social justice from Ezekiel 22? 9. Discuss the relationship between idolatry and social injustice as presented in Ezekiel 22. 10. How do you reconcile God’s love and mercy with the harsh judgment described in this chapter? 11. How does Ezekiel 22 challenge you to address systemic injustice in today's society? 12. What lessons does Ezekiel 22 offer for modern-day religious leaders? 13. How can we apply the teachings of Ezekiel 22 to maintain a righteous society? 14. What actions might lead a society to become 'dross' in the eyes of God, as described in Ezekiel 22? 15. How can you contribute to preventing societal decay and promoting justice, as outlined in Ezekiel 22? 16. How does the concept of 'standing in the gap' apply to your role in family, work, or community settings? 17. How does Ezekiel 22 influence your understanding of the consequences of national and personal sin? 18. Given the severe consequences of Israel's sin, what steps can individuals and societies take to avert God's judgment? 19. How should the lessons from Ezekiel 22 shape our prayers for our nation and leaders? 20. How does this chapter challenge your personal lifestyle, beliefs, and practices in relation to social justice and righteousness? Links Ezekiel 22:2 NIV Ezekiel 22:2 NLT Ezekiel 22:2 ESV Ezekiel 22:2 NASB Ezekiel 22:2 KJV Ezekiel 22:2 Commentaries Bible Hub