Jeremiah 29:21
This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says about Ahab son of Kolaiah and Zedekiah son of Maaseiah, who are prophesying to you lies in My name: "I will deliver them to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and he will kill them before your very eyes.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 29:21?

2. How does Jeremiah 29:21 warn against false prophets in today's church?

3. What consequences did Ahab and Zedekiah face for prophesying lies in God's name?

4. How can we discern false teachings using Jeremiah 29:21 as a guide?

5. How does Jeremiah 29:21 connect with Jesus' warnings about false prophets?

6. What steps can we take to ensure we follow true biblical teachings today?

7. What historical context surrounds Jeremiah 29:21 and its message to the exiled Israelites?

8. How does Jeremiah 29:21 reflect God's judgment on false prophets?

9. What does Jeremiah 29:21 reveal about God's sovereignty and justice?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 29?

11. What scientific or historical data supports Jeremiah 21's timeframe and events, given the lack of external records mentioning these specific warnings to King Zedekiah?

12. Jeremiah 34:3 - How could God promise Zedekiah would not die by the sword if 2 Kings 25:7 says Nebuchadnezzar blinded him and took him captive?

13. How can Jeremiah 21:2 claim the Lord would not rescue Jerusalem when other passages promise divine protection for the city?

14. If no significant archaeological evidence has confirmed this exact siege scenario in Jeremiah 21, can we trust the historicity of the account?
Discussion Questions
1. How can we discern between true and false prophets in today's context, and what tools does Scripture provide for this discernment?

2. What are the potential consequences of following false teachings, both personally and within the church community?

3. How does understanding God's sovereignty in judgment, as seen in Jeremiah 29:21, affect our view of current world events?

4. In what ways can we ensure that we are upholding truth in our daily lives and interactions with others?

5. How do the warnings about false prophets in Jeremiah 29:21 relate to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles in the New Testament?1. What does Jeremiah 29 teach us about finding hope in difficult situations?

2. How might you apply the principle of seeking the prosperity of your "city" in your own life?

3. How does God's promise of a future and hope in Jeremiah 29:11 relate to your current life situation?

4. Why does God ask His people to build a life in Babylon despite it being a place of exile?

5. How can you distinguish between a true prophecy and a false prophecy in today's context?

6. How does the promise of restoration after seventy years reflect God's sovereignty and foreknowledge?

7. What lessons can we learn from the judgement against false prophets Ahab, Zedekiah, and Shemaiah?

8. How does God's plan for His people in exile relate to His plan for you in your current circumstances?

9. How does this chapter influence your understanding of God’s providence in times of uncertainty?

10. How might the theme of exile and captivity apply to spiritual struggles in your life?

11. How can we continue to hope and trust in God's promises when we don't see immediate results?

12. In what ways does the promise of God in Jeremiah 29:14 inspire you to seek Him wholeheartedly?

13. What actions can you take to seek the welfare of your community, following the example set in Jeremiah 29?

14. What does Jeremiah 29 reveal about the consequences of speaking falsely in God's name?

15. How can we apply the lessons from the exiles' experience to our lives in the face of trials or hardship?

16. How does the call to increase and multiply in a foreign land resonate with our call as Christians to evangelize in today's world?

17. How can Jeremiah 29:11 serve as a source of comfort during a personal crisis?

18. How can you cultivate discernment to identify false teachings in today's world?

19. How does Jeremiah 29 demonstrate the importance of obedience to God's plans?

20. How does Jeremiah's role as a prophet in this chapter inspire you to speak truth and stand firm in your faith today?

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