Jeremiah 48:7
Because you trust in your works and treasures, you too will be captured, and Chemosh will go into exile with his priests and officials.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 48:7?

2. How does Jeremiah 48:7 warn against trusting in wealth and false gods?

3. What consequences does Moab face for misplaced trust, according to Jeremiah 48:7?

4. How can we avoid the pitfalls of Moab's trust in Jeremiah 48:7?

5. What other scriptures warn against reliance on wealth and idols?

6. How can Jeremiah 48:7 guide our trust in God today?

7. What does Jeremiah 48:7 reveal about the consequences of misplaced trust in wealth and idols?

8. How does Jeremiah 48:7 reflect God's judgment on Moab's reliance on material possessions?

9. Why is the destruction of Chemosh's priests significant in Jeremiah 48:7?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 48?

11. Jeremiah 48:7 references Moab’s deity Kemosh going into captivity; is there any historical or biblical corroboration of this event?

12. Who was the deity Chemosh?

13. Why does Jeremiah 48:1–39 repeatedly portray divine retaliation against Moab with no apparent path for redemption?

14. Revelation 7:4 states 144,000 are sealed from the tribes of Israel; does this number conflict with historical records of the 'lost' tribes?
Discussion Questions
1. What are some modern equivalents of "works and treasures" that people might trust in today, and how can we guard against this?

2. How does the concept of exile in Jeremiah 48:7 relate to spiritual separation from God, and what steps can we take to avoid this in our lives?

3. In what ways can leaders today learn from the mistakes of Moab's priests and officials, and how can they lead with integrity?

4. How does the theme of idolatry in Jeremiah 48:7 connect with other biblical warnings against idolatry, and what practical steps can we take to identify and remove idols in our lives?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's discipline. How did it lead you to a deeper trust in Him, and how can you apply this lesson to current challenges?1. How does Jeremiah 48 illustrate the severity of divine judgment and the implications of turning away from God?

2. What lessons can we learn from the pride and arrogance of Moab? How can we apply these lessons to our lives?

3. In what ways does this chapter depict God's mercy amid His wrath?

4. How might you apply the warning against complacency in Moab to your spiritual life?

5. How does the image of Moab as undisturbed wine reflect its sin? How can this analogy be seen in today's society?

6. What parallels can you draw between Moab's downfall and the current state of the world?

7. How does Jeremiah's prophecy reinforce the importance of humility before God?

8. How does the promise of restoration for Moab at the end of the chapter shape our understanding of God's character?

9. What role does prophecy play in our understanding and approach to God's Word?

10. How does the concept of divine justice resonate in the current societal context?

11. How can we reconcile the image of a loving God with the severe judgment depicted in Jeremiah 48?

12. In today's context, what can be the 'Moab' in our lives that we need to repent for?

13. In what ways can we be complacent like Moab in our spiritual journey, and how can we avoid such complacency?

14. How can we apply the lessons of Jeremiah 48 in dealing with pride and arrogance in our lives?

15. How does the restoration of Moab offer hope for nations and individuals today?

16. Can you relate the events of Moab to any personal experiences where you faced consequences due to pride or arrogance?

17. How can we use the prophecy against Moab to guide our actions towards God and others?

18. What steps can we take to ensure we do not repeat the mistakes of Moab in our own lives?

19. How can Jeremiah 48 inspire us to seek God's mercy and embrace humility?

20. What can we learn from Moab's downfall about God's expectations for us as believers?

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