◄ Ezekiel 2:7 ►
But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 2:7? 2. How does Ezekiel 2:7 emphasize the importance of speaking God's words faithfully? 3. What challenges might arise when proclaiming God's message to a "rebellious house"? 4. How can Ezekiel 2:7 inspire us to share God's truth today? 5. What other biblical figures faced similar tasks as described in Ezekiel 2:7? 6. How can we prepare to deliver God's message despite potential rejection? 7. What does Ezekiel 2:7 reveal about the nature of divine authority and human responsibility? 8. How does Ezekiel 2:7 challenge believers to speak truth despite opposition? 9. Why is obedience emphasized in Ezekiel 2:7, even if the audience is unresponsive? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 2? 11. Ezekiel 2:7: Does the harsh tone and impending judgment contradict depictions of God’s mercy in other Bible passages? 12. Ezekiel 2:6: Is there any archaeological or historical record linking scorpions or such imagery to the prophet’s experience or Israelite culture? 13. In Psalm 81:13-14, how can we reconcile God's promise to subdue Israel's enemies with historical records of Israel's defeats? 14. How does Isaiah 30:9-11 align with other biblical passages on God's patience when it represents the people as refusing to hear truth? Discussion Questions 1. How does Ezekiel's commission to speak God's words, regardless of the people's response, challenge your approach to sharing your faith? 2. In what ways can you identify with the Israelites' rebellion, and how can you address these areas in your life? 3. How does understanding God's patience with Israel encourage you in your interactions with those who are resistant to the Gospel? 4. What steps can you take to cultivate courage and faithfulness in proclaiming God's truth in your current context? 5. How do the roles of prophets like Ezekiel, Jeremiah, and Isaiah inform your understanding of speaking truth in today's world? Ezekiel 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Ezekiel 2 challenge your understanding of obedience to God? 2. How can Ezekiel's commission be applied to the concept of personal responsibility in your life? 3. Reflecting on God's description of Israel, how do you see rebellion manifesting in society today? 4. How do you respond when faced with delivering difficult truths to resistant individuals? Can you draw parallels to Ezekiel's mission? 5. God commanded Ezekiel not to be afraid despite resistance. How can we cultivate such fearlessness in our lives? 6. What does the symbol of the scroll with lament and woe signify? How does this symbolism resonate with you? 7. Can you identify times in your life when you felt God's spirit "stand you up," just like Ezekiel? 8. In what ways are we sometimes like the rebellious house of Israel? 9. What does it mean to you that "they will know a prophet has been among them," even if they do not heed the prophet's words? 10. How can we ensure we're open to God's messages, unlike the rebellious Israelites? 11. How do you balance the responsibility to speak truth to those resistant to it with the need to maintain relationships and peace? 12. In what ways does Ezekiel's call inspire you to answer your own personal 'callings' in life? 13. In your current context, what might "eating the scroll" look like? 14. If you were in Ezekiel's position, how would you feel upon receiving such a challenging commission from God? 15. What strategies can we employ when we are faced with delivering unpalatable truths? 16. How do you feel about the concept of divine calling? Do you feel called to something particular in your life? 17. How do you perceive God's character based on His dialogue with Ezekiel in this chapter? 18. What steps can we take to ensure we are not "rebellious" in our spiritual journey? 19. How does God equipping Ezekiel in his calling speak to God's provision in your life's challenges? 20. How does this chapter reflect on the importance of perseverance despite the hardness of others' hearts? Links Ezekiel 2:7 NIV Ezekiel 2:7 NLT Ezekiel 2:7 ESV Ezekiel 2:7 NASB Ezekiel 2:7 KJV Ezekiel 2:7 Commentaries Bible Hub