◄ Ezekiel 22:24 ►
"Son of man, say to her, 'In the day of indignation, you are a land that has not been cleansed, upon which no rain has fallen.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:24? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:24 describe the spiritual state of the land? 3. What actions can we take to avoid being a "land not cleansed"? 4. How does Ezekiel 22:24 connect with God's judgment in other scriptures? 5. What role does repentance play in transforming a "land not cleansed"? 6. How can we ensure our community remains spiritually "cleansed" and "rained upon"? 7. What does Ezekiel 22:24 reveal about God's judgment on the land of Israel? 8. How does Ezekiel 22:24 reflect the spiritual state of Israel at that time? 9. Why does God describe the land as "not cleansed or rained on" in Ezekiel 22:24? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. What does the Bible say about fire and brimstone? 12. Why doesn't Daniel 1 mention any resistance from Judah's religious authorities against the Babylonian cultural assimilation? 13. What is the meaning of Biblical prophecy? 14. What is the order of the Bible's books? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of an "unclean land" in Ezekiel 22:24 relate to our personal spiritual condition today? 2. In what ways can we experience "spiritual rain" in our lives, and how can this be cultivated within our communities? 3. How does the "day of indignation" reflect God's character, and what does it teach us about His expectations for His people? 4. What parallels can you draw between the spiritual state of Israel in Ezekiel's time and the current state of the world or your own nation? 5. How can we, like Ezekiel, act as intercessors for our communities, and what specific steps can we take to promote spiritual cleansing and renewal? 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 22:24 NIV Ezekiel 22:24 NLT Ezekiel 22:24 ESV Ezekiel 22:24 NASB Ezekiel 22:24 KJV Ezekiel 22:24 Commentaries Bible Hub