◄ Ezekiel 29:21 ►
In that day I will cause a horn to sprout for the house of Israel, and I will open your mouth to speak among them. Then they will know that I am the LORD." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 29:21? 2. How does Ezekiel 29:21 foreshadow the restoration of Israel's strength and leadership? 3. What role does prophecy play in understanding God's plans in Ezekiel 29:21? 4. How does Ezekiel 29:21 connect with other prophecies about Israel's future? 5. How can believers today find encouragement in God's promises from Ezekiel 29:21? 6. What does "a horn for the house of Israel" symbolize in this context? 7. What does Ezekiel 29:21 mean by "a horn will spring up for the house of Israel"? 8. How does Ezekiel 29:21 relate to the prophecy of Israel's restoration? 9. Why is Ezekiel 29:21 significant in the context of Egypt's downfall? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 29? 11. In 1 Samuel 2:30-36, God pronounces judgment on Eli's family--does this contradict later scriptural teachings on individual accountability (e.g., Ezekiel 18)? 12. How do interpreters harmonize the restoration promises in Ezekiel 39:21-29 with other Old Testament passages that describe different outcomes for Israel? 13. How does Ezekiel 29:6-7 align with or contradict known historical alliances and events regarding Egypt and its neighbors? 14. How does the severe condemnation of these idolatries in Ezekiel 8 align or conflict with other biblical accounts of tolerating foreign gods? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of the "horn" in Ezekiel 29:21 relate to the concept of strength and victory in your personal life? 2. In what ways can you be a "mouthpiece" for God in your community, similar to Ezekiel's role among the Israelites? 3. How does understanding God's sovereignty and faithfulness in Ezekiel 29:21 encourage you in times of personal exile or difficulty? 4. What are some practical ways you can help others recognize the LORD in your daily interactions? 5. How does the promise of restoration in Ezekiel 29:21 connect to the hope offered through Jesus Christ in the New Testament? Ezekiel 29 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the prophecy against Egypt in Ezekiel 29 relate to the modern concept of pride and self-reliance? 2. What lesson can we learn from Israel's mistake of leaning on Egypt for support? 3. How does God's judgment against Egypt illustrate His justice? 4. Despite His severe judgment, God promises to restore Egypt. What does this tell us about God's character? 5. How does God's promise of hope for Israel in the midst of judgment inspire you in your own life? 6. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from the prophecy against Egypt? 7. Why do you think God used such strong imagery (Pharaoh as a monster in the Nile) in His prophecy? 8. What implications can be drawn from the punishment and restoration of Egypt for our understanding of divine justice? 9. How does the concept of divine judgment as depicted in Ezekiel 29 apply in today's world? 10. In what ways does God's redemptive plan for His chosen people inspire you personally? 11. How can we avoid the mistake of Israel in relying on other "Egypts" in our lives? 12. How does the prophecy and its fulfillment in this chapter reinforce your faith in God's promises? 13. What role does prophecy play in the overall message of the Bible, as seen in this chapter? 14. How can we apply the lessons from God's dealing with Pharaoh in our leadership roles today? 15. How can we discern when we are relying on our own strength instead of God's? 16. Why do you think God decided to give Egypt to Nebuchadnezzar as compensation? 17. How does God's promise of a sprouting horn for Israel resonate with our modern understanding of hope and deliverance? 18. How can you apply the lessons learned from Ezekiel 29 in your personal life? 19. What does this chapter teach us about God's expectations for nations and leaders? 20. In what ways can God's just yet merciful character, as seen in this chapter, impact our view of Him and our relationship with Him? Links Ezekiel 29:21 NIV Ezekiel 29:21 NLT Ezekiel 29:21 ESV Ezekiel 29:21 NASB Ezekiel 29:21 KJV Ezekiel 29:21 Commentaries Bible Hub