Jeremiah 19:1
This is what the LORD says: "Go and buy a clay jar from a potter. Take some of the elders of the people and leaders of the priests,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 19:1?

2. How does Jeremiah 19:1 illustrate God's instructions for prophetic actions today?

3. What significance does the "clay jar" hold in Jeremiah 19:1's context?

4. How does Jeremiah 19:1 connect to other prophetic acts in Scripture?

5. How can we discern God's specific instructions in our lives like Jeremiah?

6. What lessons from Jeremiah 19:1 can we apply to our spiritual obedience?

7. What is the significance of the potter's jar in Jeremiah 19:1?

8. How does Jeremiah 19:1 reflect God's judgment on Israel?

9. What historical events align with the prophecy in Jeremiah 19:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 19?

11. Why does Matthew attribute a prophecy about thirty pieces of silver to Jeremiah when it actually comes from Zechariah?

12. In Matthew 27:9, the prophecy is attributed to Jeremiah, but it seems to quote Zechariah; is this a textual error?

13. If Deuteronomy 18:15 refers to a “prophet like Moses,” why did subsequent prophets have different messages and methods?

14. Jeremiah 19:7 — How can a loving or just deity sanction such extreme disasters upon an entire city, including the innocent, as portrayed here?
Discussion Questions
1. What does the imagery of the potter and clay teach us about God's relationship with His creation?

2. How can the role of the elders and priests in this passage inform our understanding of spiritual leadership today?

3. In what ways does the symbolism of the clay jar apply to our personal lives and our relationship with God?

4. How can we ensure that we are obedient to God's instructions, even when they seem challenging or symbolic?

5. What lessons can we learn from the potential for judgment and restoration in this passage, and how can they be applied to our spiritual journey?1. What does the clay jar symbolize in the context of Jeremiah's prophecy?

2. Why does God choose to reveal his judgement in the Valley of Ben Hinnom?

3. How does the chapter illustrate the seriousness of idolatry and the shedding of innocent blood?

4. What parallels can you draw between the disobedience of the people of Jerusalem and the challenges faced by society today?

5. How does this chapter make you reflect on the consequences of disregarding God's commandments?

6. Jeremiah 19 talks about severe punishment for disobedience. How does this concept fit into your understanding of a loving and forgiving God?

7. How can Christians today guard against modern forms of idolatry?

8. In what ways can the Church warn against and counter societal sins, much like Jeremiah did for Jerusalem?

9. How can the grim prophecy of Jeremiah 19 inspire us to uphold justice and righteousness?

10. Discuss a time when you felt like Jeremiah, tasked with delivering an unpopular message. How did you handle it?

11. In verses 7-9, God describes the horror that will befall Jerusalem. How can such an image inform our understanding of divine justice?

12. How can the prophecy of Topheth's defilement serve as a warning for contemporary cities?

13. How does Jeremiah 19 challenge your perception of societal norms that may contradict biblical teachings?

14. How can Jeremiah's obedience to God's instruction, despite its grim nature, inspire Christians today?

15. How does this chapter impact your understanding of God's sovereignty?

16. In today's world, what could be considered as 'innocent bloodshed' and how can Christians stand against it?

17. In what ways can you apply the lessons of Jeremiah 19 to improve your personal relationship with God?

18. How can the Church take active steps to prevent the consequences prophesied in Jeremiah 19 in today's society?

19. How would you react if you were in Jeremiah's position, knowing the devastating future of your city?

20. What actions can individuals and communities take to ensure they are heeding God's word and not turning a blind eye like the people of Jerusalem did?

Links
Jeremiah 19:1 NIV
Jeremiah 19:1 NLT
Jeremiah 19:1 ESV
Jeremiah 19:1 NASB
Jeremiah 19:1 KJV

Jeremiah 19:1 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Jeremiah 18:23
Top of Page
Top of Page