◄ Ezekiel 33:31 ►
So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 33:31? 2. How can we ensure our hearts align with our words in worship? 3. What does Ezekiel 33:31 reveal about genuine versus superficial faith? 4. How does James 1:22 relate to Ezekiel 33:31's message on hearing? 5. What steps can we take to avoid being "mere talkers" in faith? 6. How can Ezekiel 33:31 guide us in evaluating our spiritual sincerity? 7. How does Ezekiel 33:31 challenge the sincerity of one's faith and actions? 8. What historical context influences the message of Ezekiel 33:31? 9. How does Ezekiel 33:31 address the issue of hypocrisy among believers? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 33? 11. What does 'Sanctify the Lord God in your hearts' mean? 12. (2 Chronicles 7:14) If God promised healing for a repentant nation, why did later disasters still befall Israel and Judah despite reported periods of repentance? 13. If Romans 2:17-24 rebukes hypocrisy among religious people, why do so many faith communities still appear to act inconsistently with their teachings? 14. In Jeremiah 37:2, how can we reconcile the claim that King Zedekiah and his officials refused to listen to God’s word with other passages suggesting they occasionally sought Jeremiah’s counsel? Discussion Questions 1. In what ways might we be guilty of offering God lip service in our own lives today? 2. How can we ensure that our hearts are aligned with our words when it comes to our faith? 3. What practical steps can we take to be doers of the word and not just hearers? 4. How does the role of a watchman, as seen in Ezekiel, apply to our responsibilities as Christians today? 5. Reflect on a time when you pursued personal gain over God's will. What did you learn from that experience, and how can you apply it to your walk with God now? Ezekiel 33 Bible Study Questions 1. What do you think is the significance of Ezekiel's role as a watchman? How does it apply to Christians today? 2. How do you understand the concept of personal responsibility as discussed in this chapter? 3. How does the analogy of the watchman resonate with your personal experiences? 4. What can we learn from God's treatment of the righteous and the wicked? 5. What does this chapter teach about repentance? How does it relate to the modern Christian's understanding of forgiveness and redemption? 6. How does this chapter portray God's justice? 7. The fall of Jerusalem was a significant event in Israel's history. How does God use this event to relay His message? 8. How would you relate the Israelites' response to their suffering to responses you see in today's society? 9. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of ignoring warnings, both in biblical times and today? 10. How can the themes in this chapter guide us in dealing with adversity in our lives? 11. How does Ezekiel 33 challenge our perceptions of fairness? 12. How might we act as "watchmen" in our own communities today? 13. How can this chapter inform our understanding of responsibility for others' spiritual welfare? 14. Can the promise of redemption after repentance in this chapter provide comfort in our current societal context? How? 15. How does the dichotomy between righteousness and wickedness apply to our daily lives? 16. What does the Israelites' disbelief in God's justice reveal about their understanding of God? How does it mirror challenges in faith people face today? 17. How can the warning against complacency in righteousness guide modern Christians? 18. How does the concept of personal accountability in this chapter apply to modern societal issues? 19. In the light of this chapter, how should we react when we or others face consequences of their actions? 20. What insights does this chapter provide for understanding the balance between God's justice and mercy? Links Ezekiel 33:31 NIV Ezekiel 33:31 NLT Ezekiel 33:31 ESV Ezekiel 33:31 NASB Ezekiel 33:31 KJV Ezekiel 33:31 Commentaries Bible Hub