Jeremiah 18:23
But You, O LORD, know all their deadly plots against me. Do not wipe out their guilt or blot out their sin from Your sight. Let them be overthrown before You; deal with them in the time of Your anger.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 18:23?

2. How does Jeremiah 18:23 demonstrate God's justice against those who plot evil?

3. What can we learn about intercessory prayer from Jeremiah's plea in this verse?

4. How does Jeremiah 18:23 connect with Romans 12:19 on vengeance?

5. How should believers respond to persecution, based on Jeremiah's example in this verse?

6. What role does forgiveness play when facing opposition, according to Jeremiah 18:23?

7. How does Jeremiah 18:23 reflect God's justice and mercy?

8. What historical context influenced Jeremiah's plea in 18:23?

9. How does Jeremiah 18:23 align with the theme of divine retribution?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 18?

11. What were fertility cults in the Bible?

12. Jeremiah 11:18-23: How do these threats on Jeremiah's life align with the idea of divine protection for those who follow God's will?

13. Hosea 10:15: How does the severe punishment described reconcile with portrayals of a merciful God elsewhere in the Bible?

14. In Nehemiah 6:12, what historical or textual basis supports Nehemiah's claim that God revealed the prophet's deception?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jeremiah's plea for justice reflect his relationship with God, and what can we learn from it about our own prayer life?

2. In what ways does Jeremiah 18:23 challenge our understanding of forgiveness and justice? How can we apply this balance in our daily lives?

3. How do the plots against Jeremiah compare to the challenges faced by Christians today? What encouragement can we draw from his response?

4. How does the concept of God's anger in Jeremiah 18:23 relate to His character as described in Exodus 34:6-7?

5. How can we reconcile the call for divine justice in Jeremiah 18:23 with Jesus' teachings on loving our enemies in the New Testament?1. How does the analogy of the potter and the clay in Jeremiah 18:1-4 relate to our lives today?

2. In what ways do you see God's sovereignty manifesting in your life?

3. How can we reconcile human free will with God's sovereignty as presented in this chapter?

4. How does God's message of the ability to "revoke the good" (verse 10) challenge your understanding of His character?

5. How does the concept of God relenting from causing harm (verse 8) affect your understanding of divine judgment?

6. What actions can you take to embody a spirit of repentance in your everyday life?

7. In the face of Jeremiah's call for repentance, the people of Israel chose to follow their own plans (verse 12). How do you respond when God's plans differ from yours?

8. Have there been instances where you felt people plotted against you because of your faith, similar to Jeremiah's experience in verses 18-23? How did you handle it?

9. How can you seek justice in a godly way when faced with opposition or persecution?

10. How can the consequences faced by Israel for ignoring God's call to repentance serve as a warning for modern society?

11. How can we encourage others to respond to God’s call for repentance in our communities?

12. In a society that often values independence and self-reliance, how can we cultivate a spirit of surrender, recognizing that we are the clay and God is the potter?

13. How does Jeremiah's plea for justice in the face of opposition inspire you to stand firm in your faith?

14. What practical steps can you take to align your plans and actions with God's will?

15. How does Jeremiah 18 challenge our understanding of the consequences of disobedience?

16. Can you recall a time when you experienced God's forgiveness and reshaping in your life? How did it transform you?

17. How can we apply the lessons of divine judgment and mercy from this chapter in addressing social issues today?

18. How does the metaphor of the potter and the clay speak to you personally?

19. How can you foster an attitude of humility in recognition of God's sovereignty over your life?

20. How can we turn the message of Jeremiah 18 into a call to action in our personal lives and our communities?

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