1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 26:23?

2. How does Jeremiah 26:23 illustrate the consequences of rejecting God's prophets today?

3. What lessons can we learn from Uriah's fate in Jeremiah 26:23?

4. How does Jeremiah 26:23 connect with Jesus' warnings about persecution in Matthew 5:10?

5. In what ways can we stand firm in faith despite opposition like Uriah?

6. How can we support modern-day prophets facing persecution, as seen in Jeremiah 26:23?

7. What historical evidence supports the events described in Jeremiah 26:23?

8. How does Jeremiah 26:23 reflect God's justice and mercy?

9. Why was Uriah's fate significant in Jeremiah 26:23?

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

11. Who was King Jehoiakim in biblical history?

12. Proverbs 21:21: How can this promise of life, prosperity, and honor be reconciled with the reality that many righteous and loving people suffer hardship or persecution?

13. How likely is it that Jehoiakim and his officials quickly learned of Jeremiah's prophecies to act swiftly, given the slow communication of the time? (Jeremiah 36:22-24)

14. In Jeremiah 26:20-23, how do we reconcile the account of Uriah's fate with the lack of corroborating records for his murder by King Jehoiakim?1. How does Uriah's experience reflect the challenges faced by those who speak God's truth today?

2. In what ways might we be tempted to seek refuge in "Egypt" rather than trusting in God's protection?

3. How can we ensure that our hearts remain open to God's message, even when it challenges our current beliefs or actions?

4. What are some practical ways we can support and encourage those who face persecution for their faith?

5. How does understanding the fate of prophets like Uriah and Jeremiah help us to persevere in our own faith journey?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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