Jeremiah 23:22
But if they had stood in My council, they would have proclaimed My words to My people and turned them back from their evil ways and deeds."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:22?

2. How can we discern true prophets as described in Jeremiah 23:22?

3. What actions should we take to "turn them from their evil ways"?

4. How does Jeremiah 23:22 connect with Jesus' teachings on false prophets?

5. In what ways can we implement God's counsel in our daily lives?

6. How does understanding Jeremiah 23:22 enhance our commitment to God's Word?

7. How does Jeremiah 23:22 challenge the authenticity of modern prophetic messages?

8. What historical context influenced the message of Jeremiah 23:22?

9. How does Jeremiah 23:22 address the issue of false prophets?

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

11. What are the consequences of sin?

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. Jeremiah 23:21-22: Why would God allow false prophets to speak in His name if He disapproves of their messages?

14. What is the order of the Bible's books?
Discussion Questions
1. How can we discern whether a message or teaching is truly from God, as opposed to being a false prophecy?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are "standing in God's council" today, as Jeremiah 23:22 suggests?

3. Reflect on a time when you were led astray by false teachings. How did you return to the truth of God's word?

4. How does the concept of repentance play a role in your daily walk with God, and how can you encourage others to turn from their evil ways?

5. What practical steps can you take to hold yourself and your community accountable to the teachings of Scripture?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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