◄ Ezekiel 35:11 ►
therefore as surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I will treat you according to the anger and jealousy you showed in your hatred against them, and I will make Myself known among them when I judge you. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 35:11? 2. How does Ezekiel 35:11 demonstrate God's response to Edom's actions against Israel? 3. What does "according to your anger" reveal about God's justice in Ezekiel 35:11? 4. How can we apply God's promise of retribution to our understanding of justice? 5. What other scriptures highlight God's judgment against nations opposing His people? 6. How should Ezekiel 35:11 influence our attitude towards those who wrong us? 7. How does Ezekiel 35:11 reflect God's judgment and justice? 8. What historical context surrounds Ezekiel 35:11? 9. How does Ezekiel 35:11 demonstrate God's response to Edom's actions? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 35? 11. Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details? 12. Does God experience emotions? 13. What does executing great judgment mean in Ezekiel 25:11? 14. What is the moral lesson of Cain and Abel? Discussion Questions 1. How does the historical enmity between Edom and Israel help us understand the context of Ezekiel 35:11? 2. In what ways does God's judgment of Edom demonstrate His justice and sovereignty? 3. How can we apply the lesson of leaving vengeance to God in our personal conflicts, as seen in Romans 12:19? 4. What are some modern-day examples of anger and jealousy leading to destructive outcomes, and how can we guard against these in our lives? 5. How does understanding God's faithfulness to Israel encourage us in our own faith journey, especially when facing adversity? Ezekiel 35 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Ezekiel 35 reflect on the theme of divine justice and retribution? 2. How does the prophecy against Mount Seir relate to the concept of "you reap what you sow"? 3. Why do you think the Edomites' enmity was referred to as "perpetual hatred"? 4. How does the concept of divine justice presented in this chapter align with other parts of the Bible? 5. How does God's wrath on Edom reflect His protective nature towards His chosen people? 6. In what ways do you see the consequences of enmity manifested in our world today? 7. How might the Edomites' assumption of seizing Israel and Judah's lands reflect a sense of entitlement? Can you see any parallels in today's society? 8. In what ways might we be guilty of rejoicing over the misfortunes of others, even subtly, and what consequences might that have? 9. How does Ezekiel 35 underscore the importance of heeding prophetic warnings? 10. Reflect on a time when you felt God's justice in your own life. What did that experience teach you? 11. How can you apply the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to promote peace and unity in your community? 12. How does this chapter illustrate the danger of harboring and acting on long-standing negative emotions? 13. How does God's promise to hear and see our struggles provide comfort in difficult times? 14. If you were in the position of the Edomites, what would you do differently? 15. How does God's response to the Edomites' actions challenge our understanding of His character? 16. What practical steps can we take to avoid the pitfalls of envy and hatred in our lives? 17. How can we ensure that our words and actions align with God's expectations, as revealed in this chapter? 18. How can the events of Ezekiel 35 guide us in standing up for those who are marginalized or oppressed today? 19. What does this chapter teach us about the relationship between actions and consequences, particularly in a spiritual context? 20. How can we lean on the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to seek and administer justice in our daily lives? Links Ezekiel 35:11 NIV Ezekiel 35:11 NLT Ezekiel 35:11 ESV Ezekiel 35:11 NASB Ezekiel 35:11 KJV Ezekiel 35:11 Commentaries Bible Hub