Study 2 From the Book of Ezekiel is: Ezekiel 2:1 – 3:21
1.
To
whom was Ezekiel sent, and how are they descried? What was to be the theme of
his message to them? See 2:3-7; 3:4-11.
2.
What
two meanings are symbolized by the eating of the scroll, one having reference to
the prophet himself (2:8), and the other to his ministry (3:4)? Consider the
application of these things to all who would be God’s messengers.
3.
What
consolations are there in these verses for one called to witness for the Lord
among those who are obstinately opposed to the Gospel? Why is such opposition
no excuse for ceasing to witness (2:5b)? What are the four possible cases which
are cited in 3:17-21? What relevance do these have for the work of Christian
ministers today?
Notes
1.
2:
1, 3. ‘Son of man’: a phrase occurring over ninety times in Ezekiel It is used
to draw attention to the prophet’s insignificance and mere humanity.
4.
2:6.
‘Briers and thorns… scorpions’: symbols of the trials he would suffer.
