◄ Ezekiel 23:29 ►
They will treat you with hatred, take all for which you have worked, and leave you naked and bare, so that the shame of your prostitution will be exposed. Your indecency and promiscuity Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 23:29? 2. How does Ezekiel 23:29 illustrate consequences of turning from God's commands? 3. What lessons can we learn about God's justice from Ezekiel 23:29? 4. How does Ezekiel 23:29 connect with other warnings in the Old Testament? 5. In what ways can we apply Ezekiel 23:29 to modern Christian living? 6. How does Ezekiel 23:29 encourage us to remain faithful to God's covenant? 7. How does Ezekiel 23:29 reflect God's judgment on unfaithfulness? 8. What historical context surrounds the events in Ezekiel 23:29? 9. How does Ezekiel 23:29 challenge modern views on divine justice? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 23? 11. How credible is the depiction of widespread child sacrifice in Ezekiel 16:20-21, given limited archaeological evidence for such practices in Jerusalem? 12. What explains the apparent inconsistency between God's merciful nature elsewhere and the violent retribution depicted in Ezekiel 23:22-27? 13. How can Ezekiel 19:2-9 be harmonized with the historical records of Judah's exiles, given the imagery of lion cubs taken captive? 14. Is God capable of hatred? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of nakedness and exposure in Ezekiel 23:29 help us understand the seriousness of spiritual unfaithfulness? 2. In what ways can modern Christians fall into the trap of idolatry, and how can we guard against it? 3. How does the theme of God's righteous judgment in Ezekiel 23:29 connect with the broader account of redemption in the Bible? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's discipline. How did it lead you to a deeper relationship with Him? 5. How can the church today apply the lessons from Ezekiel 23:29 to maintain spiritual purity and faithfulness? Ezekiel 23 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the allegory of the two sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, illustrate the dangers of idolatry? 2. Reflect on a time you witnessed consequences resulting from unfaithfulness. How does that correlate with the fate of Samaria and Jerusalem in this chapter? 3. What lessons can be derived from Oholibah continuing down the path of infidelity despite witnessing the punishment of her sister? 4. How can we apply the lessons from Ezekiel 23 in dealing with temptations in our lives today? 5. What does this chapter reveal about God's feelings towards spiritual infidelity? 6. Discuss the consequences of forgetting God and focusing on worldly desires as illustrated in the chapter. 7. How can we guard against spiritual adultery in our own lives? 8. How does this chapter demonstrate God's righteous judgment? 9. Discuss the meaning of the verse 23:49, "You will bear the consequences of your lewdness and your detestable practices, declares the LORD." 10. How can we use the example of Oholah and Oholibah to teach others about faithfulness? 11. How does the narrative of the two sisters help us understand the historical relationship between Israel, Assyria, and Babylon? 12. Why do you think God chose to use such a vivid and graphic allegory in Ezekiel 23 to convey His message? 13. How might we reconcile the harsh punishments outlined in this chapter with our understanding of God’s love and mercy? 14. How can we practically reject modern forms of idolatry in our lives today, drawing lessons from Ezekiel 23? 15. In what ways do you think the society we live in today struggles with the same issues Samaria and Jerusalem did? 16. What does this chapter teach about the importance of remembering past lessons and mistakes? 17. How can we ensure that we remember and acknowledge God in our daily lives? 18. How might the events in Ezekiel 23 serve as a warning to nations today? 19. How can we maintain a consistent and unwavering relationship with God amidst the distractions of the world? 20. How does the chapter of Ezekiel 23 challenge you personally in your spiritual journey? Links Ezekiel 23:29 NIV Ezekiel 23:29 NLT Ezekiel 23:29 ESV Ezekiel 23:29 NASB Ezekiel 23:29 KJV Ezekiel 23:29 Commentaries Bible Hub