◄ Ezekiel 20:3 ►
"Son of man, speak to the elders of Israel and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: Have you come to inquire of Me? As surely as I live, I will not be consulted by you, declares the Lord GOD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 20:3? 2. How does Ezekiel 20:3 highlight God's response to Israel's idolatry and rebellion? 3. What does "I will not be inquired of by you" reveal about God? 4. How can Ezekiel 20:3 guide us in seeking God's will today? 5. What parallels exist between Ezekiel 20:3 and other instances of divine judgment? 6. How should Ezekiel 20:3 influence our approach to prayer and repentance? 7. Why does God refuse to answer the elders in Ezekiel 20:3? 8. What historical context led to God's response in Ezekiel 20:3? 9. How does Ezekiel 20:3 reflect God's relationship with Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 20? 11. What does the Bible say about generational curses? 12. If Ezekiel 35:5 describes Edom's 'perpetual hatred,' does historical record support such an unbroken hostility? 13. How can Ezekiel 37:25-28's everlasting covenant and sanctuary be understood when there seems to be no clear historical or present-day fulfillment matching this depiction? 14. 1 Samuel 3:13 - Why would God hold Eli accountable for his sons' misconduct rather than act directly to prevent their corruption? Discussion Questions 1. What does the response of God to the elders in Ezekiel 20:3 teach us about the importance of sincerity in our relationship with Him? 2. How can we ensure that our inquiries and prayers to God are genuine and not merely ritualistic? 3. In what ways does the context of the Babylonian exile influence the message delivered by Ezekiel in this passage? 4. How does the theme of disobedience and its consequences in Ezekiel 20:3 relate to other biblical accounts, such as Saul's account in 1 Samuel 28? 5. Reflect on a time when you sought guidance from God. How did your approach and heart attitude affect the outcome of your inquiry? Ezekiel 20 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the recounting of Israel's history of rebellion serve as a cautionary tale for us today? 2. What can we learn about God's character through His interactions with Israel in this chapter? 3. How do you see God's mercy and judgement balancing each other in Ezekiel 20? 4. What does the concept of the Sabbath represent in this chapter and how can it be applied today? 5. How do the elders of Israel approach Ezekiel and how does their attitude reflect the state of their relationship with God? 6. Why does God repeatedly hold back His full wrath despite Israel's constant rebellion? 7. How does God's promise of future restoration reflect His ultimate plans for humanity? 8. In what ways might we be guilty of idolatry in our modern context? 9. How does God's response to Israel's rebellion in Babylon apply to our lives when we find ourselves in 'exile' situations? 10. What can we learn from God's strategy of discipline and promise of restoration in guiding our own actions and life choices? 11. How does the final verse (Ezekiel 20:44) inspire you and why? 12. In what ways does Israel's loathing of their past actions after God's judgment mirror personal regret and repentance? 13. How can the concept of purification mentioned in the chapter be applied in our spiritual journey today? 14. What do you think it means to serve God with a "whole heart" as stated in the final section? 15. In what ways does this chapter challenge your understanding of God's justice and mercy? 16. How can the history of Israel's disobedience serve as a mirror for our own spiritual state? 17. What parallels can be drawn between Israel's rebellion and the moral and spiritual state of society today? 18. How does God's promise of restoration in this chapter encourage you in times of personal struggle? 19. What steps can you take to avoid falling into the patterns of rebellion displayed by the Israelites? 20. In what ways can we take lessons from Israel's history to build a more faithful and obedient relationship with God today? Links Ezekiel 20:3 NIV Ezekiel 20:3 NLT Ezekiel 20:3 ESV Ezekiel 20:3 NASB Ezekiel 20:3 KJV Ezekiel 20:3 Commentaries Bible Hub