Jeremiah 42:2
Jeremiah the prophet and said, "May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 42:2?

2. How does Jeremiah 42:2 demonstrate the importance of seeking God's guidance in decisions?

3. What can we learn from the people's request to Jeremiah about humility in prayer?

4. How does Jeremiah 42:2 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God's direction?

5. In what ways can we apply the people's approach to seeking divine counsel today?

6. How does Jeremiah 42:2 encourage us to prioritize God's will over personal desires?

7. What is the historical context of Jeremiah 42:2?

8. How does Jeremiah 42:2 reflect the Israelites' relationship with God?

9. What theological themes are present in Jeremiah 42:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 42?

11. Do the promises in Jer 42 about the safety of the remnant conflict with the calamities in Jer 43?

12. Jeremiah 42:11-12: The text promises divine protection from Babylon; do non-biblical historical records confirm or contradict this claim?

13. Is there any credible record of Johanan and others forcing Jeremiah and Baruch into Egypt (Jer 43:1-7)?

14. 2 Kings 25:26 says the remaining people fled to Egypt, but why does neither the Bible nor contemporary sources detail the fate of this group?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the remnant's request to Jeremiah reflect their understanding of his role as a prophet, and how can we apply this understanding to our relationship with spiritual leaders today?

2. In what ways does the concept of a "remnant" provide hope for believers facing difficult circumstances, and how can this be related to other biblical examples of God's faithfulness?

3. How can we practice intercession in our own lives, and what are some practical steps we can take to pray for others effectively?

4. What does the remnant's situation teach us about the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty in our lives, and how can this perspective change our approach to challenges?

5. How can we ensure that we are seeking God's will in our decisions, and what biblical principles can guide us in discerning His direction for our lives?1. How does the initial request of the remnant of Judah to Jeremiah reflect their understanding of Jeremiah's prophetic role?

2. How might the ten-day wait for God's word have affected the people's expectation or readiness to obey His instructions?

3. Why do you think God commanded the people to stay in Judah despite the hardships they were facing?

4. How does Jeremiah's warning reflect God's justice and mercy?

5. In what ways does the decision of the remnant of Judah to go to Egypt illustrate the consequences of unbelief?

6. In what ways does the remnant's decision demonstrate a misguided sense of self-reliance?

7. How would you apply the lesson of seeking and obeying God's guidance in your life today?

8. What does this chapter teach us about the importance of patience in waiting for God's guidance?

9. Can you relate a situation in your life where you have felt similar to the remnant of Judah, tempted to ignore a difficult divine direction?

10. Why do you think it is sometimes difficult to trust in God’s protection and restoration in the face of immediate adversity?

11. What can be the consequences of ignoring God's warnings in our lives today?

12. How can we ensure that our decisions align with God's will and not our desires or fears?

13. What can we learn from this chapter about the implications of disobedience to God?

14. How does this chapter challenge your understanding of faith and obedience?

15. What can be done when God's guidance doesn't align with our preferred course of action?

16. How can we prepare ourselves to be obedient to God’s direction, even when it doesn’t align with our desires?

17. How can we discern true divine guidance from our own desires?

18. How does this chapter reflect on the importance of community decision-making in the light of God’s commandments?

19. What are some practical steps we can take to rely more on God's guidance rather than our own understanding?

20. How does this chapter illustrate the concept of trust and distrust in God, and what are the potential impacts on our daily lives today?

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