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Study Questions — Ezekiel 16

5 questions

  1. How does the imagery of God's covenant with Jerusalem as a marriage reflect your understanding of God's commitment to His people?

    Thematic focusCovenant relationship and divine commitment.

    Taking it further

    Encourages reflection on the depth of God's commitment and love, prompting a response of faithfulness and gratitude.

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  2. In what ways do you see the consequences of unfaithfulness to God in your own life, as depicted in the allegory of Jerusalem's unfaithfulness?

    Thematic focusUnfaithfulness and its consequences.

    Taking it further

    Challenges the reader to examine areas of spiritual infidelity and seek repentance and restoration.

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  3. How does God's response to Jerusalem's sinfulness demonstrate His justice and mercy?

    Thematic focusDivine justice and mercy.

    Taking it further

    Invites contemplation on the balance of justice and mercy in God's character, encouraging trust in His righteous judgments.

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  4. What does the promise of restoration and a new covenant reveal about God's ultimate plan for His people?

    Thematic focusRestoration and new covenant.

    Taking it further

    Encourages hope and assurance in God's redemptive plan, fostering a deeper commitment to His promises.

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  5. How does the depiction of Jerusalem's idolatry challenge you to identify and remove idols in your own life?

    Thematic focusIdolatry and spiritual purity.

    Taking it further

    Prompts self-examination to identify modern-day idols and encourages a return to wholehearted worship of God.

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