◄ Ezekiel 22:3 ►
and tell her that this is what the Lord GOD says: 'O city who brings her own doom by shedding blood within her walls and making idols to defile herself, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:3? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:3 highlight the consequences of shedding blood in society? 3. What does "city that brings her doom" reveal about God's justice? 4. How can we apply Ezekiel 22:3 to modern societal issues? 5. What connections exist between Ezekiel 22:3 and the Ten Commandments? 6. How should Christians respond to injustice, based on Ezekiel 22:3? 7. What does Ezekiel 22:3 reveal about God's judgment on Jerusalem's sins? 8. How does Ezekiel 22:3 reflect the theme of divine retribution? 9. Why is bloodshed significant in the context of Ezekiel 22:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. What are the main themes in the Book of Ezekiel? 12. In Ezekiel 8:3-4, what evidence supports or contradicts the claim Ezekiel was physically transported to Jerusalem by a divine hand? 13. In Ezekiel 22:2-5, why does God single out Jerusalem's bloodshed without clear archaeological evidence of such extensive violence? 14. In Ezekiel 3:17-18, how is the idea of divine responsibility for warning others reconciled with free will and personal accountability? Discussion Questions 1. What specific sins are highlighted in Ezekiel 22:3, and how do they relate to the broader context of the chapter? 2. How does the concept of idolatry in Ezekiel 22:3 apply to modern-day believers? What are some contemporary forms of idolatry? 3. In what ways does the message of judgment in Ezekiel 22:3 serve as a warning for us today? How can we respond to this warning? 4. How does Ezekiel’s role as a prophet inform our understanding of the responsibility to speak truth in our own communities? 5. What other biblical passages reinforce the themes of judgment and repentance found in Ezekiel 22:3, and how can they guide our personal spiritual growth? 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 22:3 NIV Ezekiel 22:3 NLT Ezekiel 22:3 ESV Ezekiel 22:3 NASB Ezekiel 22:3 KJV Ezekiel 22:3 Commentaries Bible Hub