◄ Ezekiel 23:48 ►
So I will put an end to indecency in the land, and all the women will be admonished not to imitate your behavior. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 23:48? 2. How does Ezekiel 23:48 emphasize the importance of purging sin from the community? 3. What lessons can modern believers learn from God's judgment in Ezekiel 23:48? 4. How does Ezekiel 23:48 connect with other scriptures about God's holiness and justice? 5. In what ways can we apply the warnings of Ezekiel 23:48 today? 6. How can Ezekiel 23:48 inspire personal and communal repentance in our lives? 7. What does Ezekiel 23:48 reveal about God's judgment on idolatry and immorality? 8. How does Ezekiel 23:48 challenge modern views on sin and accountability? 9. Why does God use such graphic imagery in Ezekiel 23:48? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 23? 11. How does the severe condemnation of these idolatries in Ezekiel 8 align or conflict with other biblical accounts of tolerating foreign gods? 12. Is it appropriate for Christian women to wear makeup? 13. What does the Bible, including Jesus, say about homosexuality? 14. What explains the apparent inconsistency between God's merciful nature elsewhere and the violent retribution depicted in Ezekiel 23:22-27? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of Oholah and Oholibah in Ezekiel 23 help us understand the nature of spiritual adultery? 2. In what ways can we identify and address "lewdness" in our own lives and communities today? 3. How do the warnings in Ezekiel 23:48 relate to the call for holiness found in the New Testament? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that our actions serve as a positive example to others, rather than a warning? 5. How can we balance the understanding of God's judgment with His mercy when discussing sin and repentance with others? 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 23:48 NIV Ezekiel 23:48 NLT Ezekiel 23:48 ESV Ezekiel 23:48 NASB Ezekiel 23:48 KJV Ezekiel 23:48 Commentaries Bible Hub