◄ Ezekiel 22:7 ►
Father and mother are treated with contempt. Within your walls the foreign resident is exploited, the fatherless and the widow are oppressed. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:7? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:7 highlight the importance of honoring parents in society? 3. What societal consequences arise from "oppressing the foreigner" as mentioned in Ezekiel 22:7? 4. How can we ensure justice for "the fatherless and the widow" today? 5. What other scriptures emphasize caring for vulnerable groups like in Ezekiel 22:7? 6. How can we actively oppose the injustices described in Ezekiel 22:7? 7. How does Ezekiel 22:7 reflect societal values and family dynamics in ancient Israel? 8. What historical context led to the behaviors condemned in Ezekiel 22:7? 9. How does Ezekiel 22:7 challenge modern views on family and respect? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. In Ezekiel 22:2–5, why does God single out Jerusalem’s bloodshed without clear archaeological evidence of such extensive violence? 12. Proverbs 22:7: Why does the text point out the rule of the rich over the poor but offer no direct solution to systemic economic oppression? 13. Ezekiel 7:3 speaks of God punishing 'according to your ways'--why does this seem to punish everyone collectively, conflicting with other scriptures emphasizing individual accountability? 14. What are the Bible's teachings on lending money? Discussion Questions 1. How does the command to honor father and mother in Exodus 20:12 relate to the issues addressed in Ezekiel 22:7? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are treating foreigners and strangers with justice and compassion in our communities today? 3. How does James 1:27 challenge us to care for the vulnerable, and what practical steps can we take to live this out? 4. What are some modern-day examples of community responsibility, and how can we as individuals contribute to upholding justice and righteousness? 5. Reflect on a time when you needed to seek repentance and restoration in your relationships. How did this process align with the teachings in Ezekiel 22:7? 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 22:7 NIV Ezekiel 22:7 NLT Ezekiel 22:7 ESV Ezekiel 22:7 NASB Ezekiel 22:7 KJV Ezekiel 22:7 Commentaries Bible Hub