◄ Ezekiel 22:8 ►
You have despised My holy things and profaned My Sabbaths. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 22:8? 2. How can we honor God's "holy things" in our daily lives today? 3. What does it mean to "profane My Sabbaths" in modern Christian practice? 4. How does Ezekiel 22:8 connect with the Fourth Commandment about the Sabbath? 5. In what ways can we guard against neglecting God's sacred commands? 6. How can church communities emphasize the importance of holiness and Sabbath observance? 7. What does Ezekiel 22:8 reveal about the importance of the Sabbath in biblical times? 8. How does Ezekiel 22:8 reflect the Israelites' relationship with God? 9. Why is the profaning of holy things significant in Ezekiel 22:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 22? 11. What does 'Lord of the Sabbath' mean? 12. Does the failure of priests to differentiate between the holy and profane in Ezekiel 22:26 conflict with other passages that claim Israel kept strict religious laws? 13. In 1 Kings 22:19-23, how can a just and holy God send a 'lying spirit' to deceive Ahab's prophets? 14. What does 'not under the law' mean for Christians? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "holy things" that we might be tempted to despise or neglect, and how can we guard against this? 2. How does the observance of the Sabbath in your life reflect your relationship with God, and what changes might you consider to honor it more fully? 3. In what ways can the community of believers support each other in maintaining reverence for God's commandments? 4. How do the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament help us understand the true purpose of the Sabbath? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced the consequences of neglecting God's instructions. What did you learn, and how did it change your approach to obedience? 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 22:8 NIV Ezekiel 22:8 NLT Ezekiel 22:8 ESV Ezekiel 22:8 NASB Ezekiel 22:8 KJV Ezekiel 22:8 Commentaries Bible Hub