◄ Ezekiel 13:16 ►
those prophets of Israel who prophesied to Jerusalem and saw a vision of peace for her when there was no peace, declares the Lord GOD.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 13:16? 2. How does Ezekiel 13:16 warn against false prophets in today's church? 3. What does "visions of peace" mean in Ezekiel 13:16? 4. How can we discern true prophecy from false according to Ezekiel 13:16? 5. Connect Ezekiel 13:16 with New Testament teachings on false prophets. 6. How should believers respond to false teachings in light of Ezekiel 13:16? 7. What does Ezekiel 13:16 reveal about false prophets in ancient Israel? 8. How does Ezekiel 13:16 challenge the authenticity of modern prophetic claims? 9. What historical context is essential for understanding Ezekiel 13:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 13? 11. Zechariah 8:13: How could the house of Judah and Israel become blessings to other nations in light of ongoing regional strife? 12. How can we reconcile the command in Hosea 3:1 for a prophet to marry a prostitute with moral standards presented elsewhere in Scripture? 13. Ezekiel 4:1-3: Does archaeological or historical data confirm a siege of Jerusalem that matches the precise details of Ezekiel's prophecy? 14. Ezekiel 4:6: How do the 40 days for Judah align with or contradict other biblical timelines found in Kings and Chronicles? Discussion Questions 1. How can we discern between true and false messages that claim to be from God in today's context? 2. What are some modern examples of "visions of peace" that might lead believers astray, and how can we guard against them? 3. How does understanding the historical context of Ezekiel's message to Jerusalem help us apply this passage to our lives today? 4. In what ways can we ensure that our hope and peace are grounded in God's truth rather than in human assurances? 5. How do the warnings against false prophets in Ezekiel 13:16 relate to Jesus' teachings in the New Testament about false teachers? Ezekiel 13 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the image of whitewashing walls serve as a metaphor for the actions of false prophets? 2. Compare the actions of false prophets in Ezekiel 13 to instances of misinformation in our society today. What similarities and differences do you see? 3. How does Ezekiel 13 challenge you to evaluate the sources of information you trust? 4. How can you discern between a false prophet and a true prophet according to this chapter? 5. In what ways does God's response to the false prophets reveal His character? 6. How can you apply the lessons from Ezekiel 13 in distinguishing truth from falsehood in your everyday life? 7. How can Ezekiel 13 inform our understanding of the nature and purpose of true prophecy? 8. How does the warning against the false prophetesses broaden the message of the chapter? 9. How can the image of God tearing down the whitewashed wall inspire you in moments of doubt and deception? 10. What does the fate of the false prophets in Ezekiel 13 tell us about the consequences of leading others astray? 11. How does God’s declaration of setting His face against the false prophets affect your understanding of His justice? 12. How does the context of Ezekiel's time compare to ours when it comes to discerning false prophecies? 13. How does God's promise to save His people in verses 17-23 encourage you today? 14. How do you think Ezekiel felt when delivering this message, and why? 15. How does this chapter impact your understanding of personal responsibility in a faith community? 16. How can Ezekiel 13 guide us in maintaining integrity in our spiritual journey? 17. How can the lessons from Ezekiel 13 assist us in confronting deceit and falsehood in our present society? 18. How does this chapter challenge your personal faith journey? 19. In the light of Ezekiel 13, how would you deal with someone who claims to speak for God but contradicts biblical truth? 20. What can you do in your community to ensure that truth prevails over deceit and falsehood? Links Ezekiel 13:16 NIV Ezekiel 13:16 NLT Ezekiel 13:16 ESV Ezekiel 13:16 NASB Ezekiel 13:16 KJV Ezekiel 13:16 Commentaries Bible Hub