Ezekiel - Chapter-28

Chapter Summary

Rebuke of the King of Tyre, and the fate of Satan who inspired him. Zidon's judgment and Israel's re-gathering.

From what you’ve observed in the text, what do you think led to the pride in Tyre’s heart? In what ways do you see these same areas of pride in our culture or personal lives today?
In what ways do we live as if we are a “god”?
What does God say to challenge Tyre’s belief in their own wisdom? How would Tyre define wisdom compared to God's definition?
Looking at Tyre’s fate, what is so dangerous about trusting in one’s own wisdom?
What does the lament for the king in verses 12-19 teach us about God’s role concerning the powers and rulers of the world?
Reading the lament for the king, what does God value and what does he condemn? What does that reveal about God’s desire for people in positions of power and leadership?
Is it possible to keep ourselves from becoming proud? What are some ways to keep pride out of our lives? What are ways pride can sneak in?
How will God show himself to be holy through his punishment of Sidon in verses 22-23? What does it mean for God to show himself to be holy?
Why is it important for God to deal with Israel’s hostile neighbors, as described in verse 24? What role have Israel's neighbors played in their temptation and idolatry?
What will be the end result of God’s discipline of Israel and his judgment of the nations as verses 25-26 reveal? What makes this such a desirable promise?

Brought down, vv. 8, 17.

God, Ezekiel, Daniel, King of Tyre, Satan.

17 (See Rev. 20:10).