Jeremiah 23:18
But which of them has stood in the council of the LORD to see and hear His word? Who has given heed to His word and obeyed it?
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:18?

2. How can we "stand in the council of the LORD" today?

3. What does Jeremiah 23:18 teach about discerning God's true message?

4. How does Jeremiah 23:18 connect with 1 Kings 22:19-23?

5. Why is seeking God's counsel crucial in our daily decision-making?

6. How can we ensure our spiritual leaders align with Jeremiah 23:18's guidance?

7. What does Jeremiah 23:18 reveal about God's communication with prophets?

8. How does Jeremiah 23:18 challenge the authenticity of modern-day prophets?

9. What historical context surrounds Jeremiah 23:18?

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

11. Jeremiah 18 portrays God as learning from people's actions; how does that reconcile with the belief in His omniscience?

12. How can a “divine council” (Psalm 82:1) fit with passages claiming there is only one God (Deuteronomy 6:4)?

13. Given Jeremiah 45:2-3, why should we accept these words as authentically from Jeremiah when we have no contemporary records verifying his conversations with Baruch?

14. How does Elijah's challenge to the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18:21-24 align or conflict with other biblical teachings on monotheism?
Discussion Questions
1. How can we discern whether someone is truly speaking from the council of the LORD today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not only hearing but also obeying God's word in our daily lives?

3. How does the concept of standing in the council of the LORD apply to our personal prayer and Bible study practices?

4. What are some modern examples of false teachings, and how can we guard against them using Scripture?

5. How can the examples of true prophets like Jeremiah inspire us to be faithful in our own callings and ministries?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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