Jeremiah 36:20
So the officials went to the king in the courtyard. And having stored the scroll in the chamber of Elishama the scribe, they reported everything to the king.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 36:20?

2. How does Jeremiah 36:20 demonstrate the importance of delivering God's message accurately?

3. What can we learn about obedience from the officials' actions in Jeremiah 36:20?

4. How does Jeremiah 36:20 connect to the theme of divine authority in Scripture?

5. In what ways can we ensure we respect God's word like in Jeremiah 36:20?

6. How can we apply the diligence shown in Jeremiah 36:20 to our Bible study?

7. What historical context surrounds Jeremiah 36:20 and its significance in biblical history?

8. How does Jeremiah 36:20 reflect the theme of divine authority versus human authority?

9. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Jeremiah 36:20?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 36?

11. 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?

12. Jeremiah 1:5 - Is there any historical or archeological evidence that supports this unique divine commissioning?

13. Why does Jeremiah 36 focus on burning a scroll instead of tablets or other writing materials, and could this reflect an anachronistic portrayal of ancient record-keeping? (Jeremiah 36:23)

14. In Jeremiah 20:3-6, is there any historical or archeological evidence to confirm Pashur's exile and death in Babylon?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the response of the officials to the scroll's message challenge or encourage you in your own response to God's word?

2. In what ways can you ensure that Scripture plays a central role in your decision-making processes, both personally and within your community?

3. Reflect on a time when you faced opposition for sharing God's message. How can the example of Jeremiah and Baruch inspire you to remain faithful?

4. What are some modern-day "scrolls" or messages from God that society tends to ignore or reject? How can you address these issues in your own life?

5. How does the account of King Jehoiakim's reaction to the scroll serve as a warning for us today regarding the treatment of God's word?1. How does Jeremiah 36 illustrate the power of God's Word?

2. In what ways did King Jehoiakim's reaction to the scroll exemplify human rebellion against God?

3. How does God's command to rewrite the scroll highlight the indomitable nature of His Word?

4. How can we relate the idea of burning the scroll to current scenarios where people try to ignore or avoid God's teachings?

5. Why was it significant that God asked Jeremiah to include more detail the second time the scroll was written?

6. How do you react when confronted with a difficult message from God?

7. How does God's response to Jehoiakim's actions reflect His divine justice?

8. How can we ensure that we are open and receptive to God's message today, unlike King Jehoiakim?

9. What lessons can we learn from the contrasting reactions of the officials and the king to God's Word?

10. How does Jeremiah 36 highlight the importance of prophecy in guiding a nation's actions?

11. What can we learn from Baruch's obedience in this chapter?

12. How does Micaiah's reaction differ from Jehoiakim's, and what does it teach us about receiving God's word?

13. How can we apply the message of God's persistent forgiveness in Jeremiah 36 to our lives today?

14. What implications does the episode of Jeremiah 36 have for the modern church and its response to societal disobedience?

15. How does this chapter speak to the consequences of denying or altering God's word in our contemporary context?

16. How does the chapter encourage believers to stand firm in faith, even in the face of adversity or rejection?

17. How does Jeremiah's obedience to God's command inspire you in your personal faith journey?

18. In what ways does Jeremiah 36 illustrate the relationship between repentance and divine forgiveness?

19. How does the chapter address the theme of God's sovereignty over human actions?

20. In today's world, how can we spread God's message effectively, knowing the possibility of rejection, as experienced by Jeremiah and Baruch?

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