◄ Ezekiel 22:19 ►
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: 'Because all of you have become dross, behold, I will gather you into Jerusalem. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:19? 2. How does Ezekiel 22:19 illustrate God's judgment on unfaithfulness? 3. What does "I will gather you" reveal about God's intentions for Israel? 4. How can Ezekiel 22:19 guide us in maintaining spiritual purity today? 5. Connect Ezekiel 22:19 with other scriptures on God's refining process. 6. How should Ezekiel 22:19 influence our response to societal sinfulness? 7. What does Ezekiel 22:19 reveal about God's judgment on Israel? 8. How does Ezekiel 22:19 reflect God's view on sin and impurity? 9. Why does God compare Israel to dross in Ezekiel 22:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. Are there any contradictions between 2 Chronicles 19 and parallel accounts in Kings regarding Jehoshaphat's reign and reforms? 12. What does "dross" mean in the Bible? 13. Why is there no mention of any other civilizations, such as Babylon or Egypt, being judged in the same manner as described in Ezekiel 22:15, despite historical records of their own atrocities? 14. How do we reconcile Ezekiel 19:10-14's portrayal of the vine's destruction with other biblical promises of Judah's enduring lineage? Discussion Questions 1. What does the metaphor of "dross" reveal about the spiritual condition of the Israelites, and how can we identify similar impurities in our own lives? 2. How does the concept of God as a refiner challenge or comfort you in your personal spiritual journey? 3. In what ways does the gathering of the Israelites into Jerusalem for judgment parallel the role of the church in our lives today? 4. How can we reconcile the image of a just and sovereign God with the reality of His judgment, and what does this teach us about His character? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's refining process. How did it lead to spiritual growth, and what scriptures supported you during that time? 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 22:19 NIV Ezekiel 22:19 NLT Ezekiel 22:19 ESV Ezekiel 22:19 NASB Ezekiel 22:19 KJV Ezekiel 22:19 Commentaries Bible Hub