◄ Ezekiel 14:7 ►
For when any Israelite or any foreigner dwelling in Israel separates himself from Me, sets up idols in his heart, and puts a wicked stumbling block before his face, and then comes to the prophet to inquire of Me, I the LORD will answer him Myself. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 14:7? 2. What does Ezekiel 14:7 reveal about idolatry's impact on one's relationship with God? 3. How can we identify and remove "idols in their hearts" in our lives? 4. How does Ezekiel 14:7 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 5. What steps can we take to avoid "stumbling block of iniquity" today? 6. How does seeking God alone align with the teachings in Ezekiel 14:7? 7. What does Ezekiel 14:7 reveal about individual responsibility in faith and idolatry? 8. How does Ezekiel 14:7 address the consequences of turning away from God? 9. What historical context influenced the message in Ezekiel 14:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 14? 11. What are high places in the Bible? 12. In Ezekiel 20:5-8, how credible is the claim that the Israelites rebelled immediately after God's promise to deliver them from Egypt, given the differing details in Exodus? 13. In Ezekiel 8:14, is there historical or archaeological proof that women publicly wept for Tammuz in the Jerusalem temple at this time? 14. Zechariah 10:2: Is there any archaeological evidence to support or refute the condemnation of idol worship and divination here? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "idols of the heart" that can distract us from our relationship with God? 2. How can we identify and remove stumbling blocks in our spiritual walk that hinder our relationship with God? 3. In what ways does the concept of internal idolatry challenge our understanding of sin and repentance? 4. How does the warning in Ezekiel 14:7 about insincere inquiry relate to Jesus' teaching on serving two masters? 5. Reflect on a time when you sought God's guidance. How did you ensure your heart was fully devoted to Him during that process? Ezekiel 14 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the issue of idolatry in Ezekiel's time relate to today's context? What are the "idols" in your life? 2. What does the presence of idols in the hearts of the Israelite elders say about hidden sins? 3. How does personal accountability play out in your life? Discuss the implications of the principle of individual accountability found in Ezekiel 14. 4. How can you apply God's call for repentance in your personal spiritual journey? 5. What do the examples of Noah, Daniel, and Job teach us about righteousness and God's judgment? 6. How does the concept of a 'remnant' apply in a contemporary setting, particularly in the Church? 7. Why do you think God chose to spare a remnant despite the idolatrous acts of the people? 8. How does God's judgment in this chapter resonate with His attribute of justice? 9. In what ways does God's sovereignty shine through this chapter? 10. How can the message of this chapter influence your interactions with the secular world? 11. How does the call to turn away from idols challenge your understanding of devotion to God? 12. How does the promise of a faithful remnant give hope in the face of impending judgment? 13. What are some practical ways you can ensure you're not straying from God in your daily life? 14. How does God's message to the elders of Israel encourage personal self-examination? 15. How do you perceive God’s simultaneous justice and mercy as expressed in Ezekiel 14? 16. How would you apply the lessons from this chapter in your role as a leader in your community or church? 17. What actions would you take if you discovered idolatrous practices within your faith community? 18. How does the concept of a 'faithful remnant' motivate you to stay committed to your faith? 19. How does the theme of divine judgment in this chapter shape your understanding of the consequences of unrepentant sin? 20. How can the image of a redeemable remnant inspire hope and courage in times of personal or collective crisis? Links Ezekiel 14:7 NIV Ezekiel 14:7 NLT Ezekiel 14:7 ESV Ezekiel 14:7 NASB Ezekiel 14:7 KJV Ezekiel 14:7 Commentaries Bible Hub