◄ Ezekiel 34:13 ►
I will bring them out from the peoples, gather them from the countries, and bring them into their own land. I will feed them on the mountains of Israel, in the ravines, and in all the settlements of the land. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:13? 2. How does Ezekiel 34:13 illustrate God's promise to gather His people today? 3. What does "bring them out from the peoples" signify about God's sovereignty? 4. How does Ezekiel 34:13 connect with Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John 10? 5. In what ways can we participate in God's gathering of His people? 6. How does God's promise to "bring them to their own land" inspire hope? 7. How does Ezekiel 34:13 relate to God's promise of restoration for Israel? 8. What historical context surrounds the prophecy in Ezekiel 34:13? 9. How does Ezekiel 34:13 reflect God's role as a shepherd? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 34? 11. What is Mount Seir's significance in the Bible? 12. In Ezekiel 35:3-4, can archaeological evidence confirm the eternal desolation of Mount Seir as prophesied? 13. In Ezekiel 6:2-3, how can an address to literal mountains make sense, and is there any historical or archaeological record of a catastrophe specifically targeting these mountains? 14. Does the prophecy in Isaiah 34 align or conflict with similar end-time descriptions found in other parts of Scripture? Discussion Questions 1. How does the promise of God gathering His people in Ezekiel 34:13 reflect His character and faithfulness? 2. In what ways can the imagery of God as a shepherd provide comfort in your current life situation? 3. How does the theme of restoration in Ezekiel 34:13 connect with the New Testament understanding of salvation and redemption? 4. What are some practical ways you can contribute to building a sense of community and belonging within your church or local community? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt scattered or lost. How did you experience God's gathering and restoration in that situation? Ezekiel 34 Bible Study Questions 1. In the context of your own life, who or what would the "bad shepherds" represent? 2. How do you feel when you read about God’s judgment against the shepherds? 3. In what ways have you experienced God as your shepherd? 4. How do the themes of leadership responsibility and divine judgment apply in today's context? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt like a lost sheep. How did you experience God's pursuit during that period? 6. How can leaders today learn from the mistakes of the shepherds of Israel? 7. How does the image of God as a shepherd provide comfort in times of distress or confusion? 8. What can we learn from the judgments within the flock regarding our interactions with others? 9. What do you believe the future Messiah mentioned in Ezekiel 34:23-24 symbolizes? 10. How does God's promise of a covenant of peace resonate with you personally? 11. How can we apply the promises God made to the Israelites in Ezekiel 34 to our lives today? 12. In the modern world, how can we differentiate between leaders who are true shepherds from those who are not? 13. How does the metaphor of God as a shepherd influence your understanding of His character? 14. How can we, as members of a community or a society, prevent our leaders from becoming the "bad shepherds" described in this chapter? 15. How can the promises made in the covenant of peace guide us in our daily life choices and relationships? 16. How does Ezekiel 34 inspire you to approach challenges in your life? 17. How does the promise of restoration in this chapter resonate with current global issues? 18. What changes can you make in your life to emulate the qualities of the future Shepherd mentioned in this chapter? 19. Reflect on a situation where you felt God intervened as a shepherd in your life. 20. How does the portrayal of God's justice and mercy in this chapter affect your understanding of His character? Links Ezekiel 34:13 NIV Ezekiel 34:13 NLT Ezekiel 34:13 ESV Ezekiel 34:13 NASB Ezekiel 34:13 KJV Ezekiel 34:13 Commentaries Bible Hub