1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 26:11?

2. How does Jeremiah 26:11 demonstrate the consequences of speaking God's truth today?

3. What can we learn about courage from Jeremiah's response to the priests' accusations?

4. How does Jeremiah 26:11 connect with Jesus' trials in the New Testament?

5. In what ways can we stand firm in faith when facing opposition?

6. How should we respond when authorities challenge our biblical convictions?

7. Why did the priests and prophets demand Jeremiah's death in Jeremiah 26:11?

8. How does Jeremiah 26:11 challenge the authority of religious leaders?

9. What historical context led to the events in Jeremiah 26:11?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 26?

11. In Jeremiah 26:10–11, why is there no clear external evidence of formal court proceedings against Jeremiah outside the biblical record?

12. In Jeremiah 2:8, why do historical records and other biblical accounts seemingly fail to mention the prophets and priests abandoning the Lord so decisively?

13. Jeremiah 39:11-14: Why would Nebuchadnezzar personally care about Jeremiah, and does this detail align with known Babylonian policies toward conquered prophets or officials?

14. Zechariah 11:12-13 mentions thirty pieces of silver--does this passage genuinely predict Judas's betrayal, or is it anachronistic in light of New Testament narratives?1. How does Jeremiah's experience with the religious leaders challenge us to respond to opposition when sharing our faith today?

2. In what ways can we discern between true and false teachings in our current religious context, and what role does Scripture play in this discernment?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt pressured to conform to societal or religious norms. How can Jeremiah's example encourage you to stand firm in your convictions?

4. How does the reaction of the priests and prophets in Jeremiah 26:11 mirror the challenges faced by other biblical figures who spoke God's truth? Consider connections to Stephen in Acts or Jesus' ministry.

5. What steps can we take to ensure that our faith is not merely ritualistic but rooted in a genuine relationship with God, as warned against in Jeremiah's prophecies?1. How do Jeremiah's actions in chapter 26 inspire you to act boldly in your own faith journey?

2. Compare and contrast the responses of Jeremiah and Uriah when faced with death threats. What can we learn from their reactions?

3. How does the reaction of the officials and people change from the beginning to the end of the chapter? What does this teach us about the power of a well-presented defense?

4. What does the reaction of the people to Jeremiah's prophecies reveal about their relationship with God?

5. In what ways does the story of Jeremiah 26 resonate with the current state of the world?

6. How can we apply Jeremiah's courage and faithfulness to our personal and professional lives?

7. How does the mention of Shiloh in verse 6 tie into the larger narrative of Israel's history?

8. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of heeding or ignoring God's warnings?

9. How does Jeremiah 26 challenge your understanding of the role of a prophet?

10. What lessons does the story of Uriah teach about fear and faith?

11. How does this chapter shape our understanding of repentance and God's grace?

12. How do the elders use historical context to sway the opinion of the officials and the people?

13. Why do you think Ahikam son of Shaphan protected Jeremiah? What does this teach us about allyship and advocacy?

14. How does the concept of "innocent blood" play out in this chapter and what implications does it have for modern justice systems?

15. If you were in Jeremiah's position, how would you handle the backlash?

16. How might this chapter inform a Christian's response to persecution?

17. How does Jeremiah 26 inspire you to speak truth even when it's unpopular?

18. How can the experiences of Jeremiah and Uriah guide us in dealing with fear and threats in our lives?

19. If you were a part of the assembly hearing Jeremiah's prophecy, how would you have responded?

20. How does the story of Jeremiah 26 inspire you to defend your faith and beliefs in challenging situations?

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