◄ Isaiah 57:7 ►
On a high and lofty hill you have made your bed, and there you went up to offer sacrifices. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 57:7? 2. How does Isaiah 57:7 illustrate the consequences of idolatry in our lives today? 3. What does "lofty and high mountain" symbolize in Isaiah 57:7? 4. How can we identify and remove modern-day idols from our lives? 5. Compare Isaiah 57:7 with Exodus 20:3-5 on idolatry's impact on faithfulness. 6. How can we ensure our worship remains pure and focused on God alone? 7. What is the significance of "lofty and high mountain" in Isaiah 57:7? 8. How does Isaiah 57:7 reflect Israel's spiritual unfaithfulness? 9. What historical context influenced the message of Isaiah 57:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 57? 11. What question does 'Jesus is the answer' address? 12. Isaiah 57:6-7: When idols are condemned, do external sources confirm this degree of idolatry in Judah, or does the text conflict with known religious practices of the time? 13. Isaiah 57:5: Is there credible archaeological evidence that child sacrifice was widespread among Israelites, or is this an exaggerated polemic? 14. In 2 Kings 12:3, why were the high places not removed if Jehoash was supposedly following God's commands? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "high places" or idols that can distract us from our relationship with God, and how can we identify them in our lives? 2. How does the imagery of "high and lofty hills" in Isaiah 57:7 relate to the concept of pride and self-exaltation in our spiritual lives? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our worship remains focused on God and not on external rituals or traditions? 4. How do the warnings against idolatry in Isaiah 57:7 and other scriptures challenge us to examine our own faithfulness to God? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's call to repentance and restoration. How did that experience deepen your relationship with Him? Isaiah 57 Bible Study Questions 1. What is the significance of the death of the righteous as mentioned in verses 1-2? 2. How does Isaiah’s description of idolatry in verses 3-13 reflect the spiritual state of Israel? How can you relate this to today's context? 3. How does the Bible define the "righteous"? How can this understanding impact your daily life? 4. What do verses 14-15 say about God's character, especially regarding His relationships with humans? 5. How do verses 16-21 highlight God's gracious nature even towards the unfaithful? 6. How can we apply the teachings of humility and contrition found in this chapter to our present day living? 7. What are some modern forms of idolatry? How can we guard ourselves against them? 8. How does the promise of God's healing and comfort encourage you in your current circumstances? 9. Why is there "no peace for the wicked" as stated in verse 21? 10. What are the ways in which you can "prepare the way" (verse 14) for God in your life? 11. In what ways can we revive a humble spirit and contrite heart in our daily lives? 12. How does the theme of judgement in this chapter inform your understanding of God’s justice? 13. How does the theme of God's grace and mercy resonate with your personal experiences? 14. What steps can you take to ensure you are living a righteous life, in light of the teachings in this chapter? 15. How does the chapter influence your perspective on repentance and its importance in spiritual growth? 16. How can we better trust God in light of His promise to lead and comfort us, despite our failings? 17. How can this chapter’s message on God's readiness to forgive influence your interactions with others? 18. How does the dichotomy of the destinies of the wicked and the righteous in this chapter impact your understanding of life and afterlife? 19. Reflect on the present-day spiritual practices that might mirror the idolatry condemned in this chapter. How can you address them? 20. Based on this chapter, how would you describe the relationship God desires to have with us? Links Isaiah 57:7 NIV Isaiah 57:7 NLT Isaiah 57:7 ESV Isaiah 57:7 NASB Isaiah 57:7 KJV Isaiah 57:7 Commentaries Bible Hub