◄ Ezekiel 43:7 ►
and He said to me, "Son of man, this is the place of My throne and the place for the soles of My feet, where I will dwell among the Israelites forever. The house of Israel will never again defile My holy name--neither they nor their kings--by their prostitution and by the funeral offerings for their kings at their deaths. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 43:7? 2. How does Ezekiel 43:7 emphasize God's holiness in His dwelling place? 3. What actions can we take to honor God's presence in our lives today? 4. How does Ezekiel 43:7 connect to the New Testament teachings on holiness? 5. In what ways can we avoid defiling God's "holy name" in our conduct? 6. How does understanding God's dwelling impact our worship and daily living? 7. What does Ezekiel 43:7 reveal about God's presence in the temple? 8. How does Ezekiel 43:7 emphasize the holiness of God's dwelling place? 9. Why is the temple's location significant in Ezekiel 43:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 43? 11. In Ezekiel 43:7, God declares His throne will be in the temple. Does this conflict with the doctrine of an omnipresent deity who cannot be confined? 12. Ezekiel 18 - Does any historical or archaeological evidence indicate that Israel ever fully practiced individual accountability rather than communal guilt? 13. What does the Bible say about Israel in End Times? 14. Ezekiel 44:2 says the East Gate is permanently shut due to the Lord’s presence—what historical or archaeological evidence supports the idea of a gate sealed forever? Discussion Questions 1. How does the vision of God's throne in Ezekiel 43:7 shape our understanding of His sovereignty and holiness? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not defiling God's holy name in our daily lives? 3. How does the promise of God's presence in Ezekiel 43:7 encourage us in our walk with Christ today? 4. What parallels can we draw between the idolatry of Israel and the temptations we face in modern society? 5. How do the themes of repentance and restoration in Ezekiel 43:7 connect with the message of the Gospel in the New Testament? Ezekiel 43 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the return of God's glory to the Temple in Ezekiel 43 symbolize God's forgiveness and restoration? 2. What do the specific instructions for the altar tell us about the nature of God and how we should approach Him? 3. How can we apply the principle of God's holiness in our daily lives? 4. In what ways can we relate the people's past sins and God's expectations to our present-day life? 5. How can we consecrate our own "altar" in today's context, as described in Ezekiel 43? 6. What does the vision of God's glory filling the Temple mean for us today? 7. How does God's covenant of peace resonate with you personally, and how can it be applied in your life? 8. How do the repetitive instructions and rituals emphasize the importance of obedience and dedication? 9. What can we learn about the consequences of our actions from the shame the Israelites felt for their sins? 10. In what ways can you create a "most holy" place in your life for God's presence? 11. How does the concept of God dwelling among His people transform your perspective on your personal relationship with God? 12. How can the detailed sacrificial laws inform our understanding of atonement and reconciliation with God? 13. How does the image of God's glory entering through the East Gate influence your perception of divine encounters? 14. What role does repentance play in preparing our hearts for God's presence, as shown in Ezekiel 43? 15. How can we modernize the concept of observing the law of the temple in our spiritual practice today? 16. In what ways can the principles outlined in the Temple's design and layout guide the structure of our personal devotion or worship? 17. What implications does God's demand for precise obedience have on your understanding of God's expectations? 18. How does the concept of God's throne being among humans challenge your view of God's accessibility and nearness? 19. How do the elements of the Temple and its rituals symbolize aspects of our spiritual journey today? 20. How can the process of consecrating the altar guide us in setting apart areas of our lives for God's specific use or purpose? Links Ezekiel 43:7 NIV Ezekiel 43:7 NLT Ezekiel 43:7 ESV Ezekiel 43:7 NASB Ezekiel 43:7 KJV Ezekiel 43:7 Commentaries Bible Hub