◄ Ezekiel 22:6 ►
See how every prince of Israel within you has used his power to shed blood. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:6? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:6 highlight the misuse of power by Israel's leaders? 3. What lessons can modern leaders learn from the actions described in Ezekiel 22:6? 4. How does Ezekiel 22:6 connect with other scriptures on justice and leadership? 5. In what ways can we ensure accountability in leadership within our communities today? 6. How can believers actively oppose injustice as seen in Ezekiel 22:6? 7. How does Ezekiel 22:6 reflect the leadership's moral corruption in ancient Israel? 8. What historical context led to the condemnation in Ezekiel 22:6? 9. How does Ezekiel 22:6 challenge modern views on leadership accountability? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. How do the Old and New Covenants differ? 12. What does the Bible say about angels? 13. Does the failure of priests to differentiate between the holy and profane in Ezekiel 22:26 conflict with other passages that claim Israel kept strict religious laws? 14. What does the Bible say about homosexuality and execution? Discussion Questions 1. How does the misuse of power by the princes of Israel in Ezekiel 22:6 reflect the broader spiritual condition of the nation? 2. In what ways can we see similar patterns of leadership failure in today's world, and how should Christians respond? 3. How do the messages of the prophets like Ezekiel, Jeremiah, and Micah inform our understanding of God's expectations for justice and leadership? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are promoting justice and righteousness in our communities? 5. How does the New Testament teaching on leadership and accountability (e.g., in Matthew 23) reinforce the lessons from Ezekiel 22:6? 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 22:6 NIV Ezekiel 22:6 NLT Ezekiel 22:6 ESV Ezekiel 22:6 NASB Ezekiel 22:6 KJV Ezekiel 22:6 Commentaries Bible Hub