Jeremiah 23:15
Therefore this is what the LORD of Hosts says concerning the prophets: "I will feed them wormwood and give them poisoned water to drink, for from the prophets of Jerusalem ungodliness has spread throughout the land."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:15?

2. How does Jeremiah 23:15 warn against false prophets' influence on believers today?

3. What consequences does God declare for false prophets in Jeremiah 23:15?

4. How can we discern false teachings in light of Jeremiah 23:15?

5. Connect Jeremiah 23:15 to Jesus' warnings about false prophets in Matthew 7:15.

6. How should believers respond to spiritual corruption as described in Jeremiah 23:15?

7. What does Jeremiah 23:15 reveal about God's judgment on false prophets?

8. How does Jeremiah 23:15 challenge the integrity of religious leaders today?

9. What historical context led to the pronouncement in Jeremiah 23:15?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 23?

11. What does 'gall' mean in the Bible?

12. What does "gall" mean in the Bible?

13. What does wormwood symbolize in Revelation?

14. Jeremiah 9:15 mentions God giving 'wormwood' and 'poisoned water' as judgment--can this be reconciled with known scientific or historical data?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the imagery of wormwood and poisoned water in Jeremiah 23:15 help us understand the severity of false teachings?

2. In what ways can we identify false prophets in today's context, and how does this relate to Jesus' teachings in Matthew 7:15-20?

3. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are not led astray by ungodly influences?

4. How does the concept of God's righteous judgment in Jeremiah 23:15 encourage us to pursue holiness in our lives?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to discern between true and false teachings. What biblical principles helped guide your decision?1. How does God's rebuke of the shepherds in Jeremiah 23 apply to today's leaders?

2. Reflect on the image of the 'Righteous Branch' as portrayed in this chapter. How does this prophecy connect to Jesus' life and ministry?

3. What are the characteristics of the false prophets as depicted in Jeremiah 23? Are these traits evident in today's world?

4. How does God's reaction to the false prophets inform your understanding of His nature?

5. In what ways are people today potentially led astray like the Israelites were by false prophets?

6. How can we ensure we are not falling for 'false prophets' in our current day-to-day lives?

7. How does God's promise to restore His people provide hope amidst condemnation?

8. Discuss the implication of the name given to the future King, "The LORD Our Righteous Savior."

9. How can we apply the lessons from the condemnation of false prophets to discern truth in today's information age?

10. In what ways does the promise of a Righteous Branch bring comfort to you personally?

11. How does Jeremiah 23 contribute to our understanding of God's justice?

12. God promises to gather the remnant of His flock from all countries. How does this resonate with the theme of inclusivity in Christianity?

13. What can we learn from the severe consequences the false prophets face in Jeremiah 23?

14. How can we discern true from false teachings in our daily lives?

15. How does the concept of the 'Righteous Branch' relate to the Christian understanding of salvation?

16. How can the modern church guard itself against the influence of false prophets?

17. How does the imagery of God as a shepherd resonate with you in your present situation?

18. What implications does the prophecy in Jeremiah 23 have for the future hope of Christians?

19. In the light of God's anger towards false teachings, how can Christians today stand firm in true doctrine?

20. How does the prophecy about the future King reflect God's love and concern for His people?

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