Jeremiah 6:21
Therefore this is what the LORD says: "I will lay stumbling blocks before this people; fathers and sons alike will be staggered; friends and neighbors will perish."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 6:21?

2. How does Jeremiah 6:21 warn against ignoring God's commands in our lives?

3. What consequences does Jeremiah 6:21 describe for those who reject God's guidance?

4. How can we apply the lessons of Jeremiah 6:21 to modern society?

5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of heeding God's warnings?

6. How can we ensure we are not "stumbling" as described in Jeremiah 6:21?

7. What does Jeremiah 6:21 reveal about God's judgment on disobedience?

8. How does Jeremiah 6:21 challenge our understanding of divine justice?

9. Why does God set obstacles before His people in Jeremiah 6:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 6?

11. Can Christians be patriotic?

12. What is String Theory?

13. In Job 12:23-25, does the depiction of God as actively causing nations to stumble clash with the Bible's emphasis on human free will and moral accountability?

14. Acts 18:18 - Is there any archaeological or historical support for Paul's vow and hair-shaving practice, suggesting a Jewish or pagan ritual influence?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the concept of "stumbling blocks" in Jeremiah 6:21 relate to the spiritual challenges we face today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not ignoring God's warnings in our personal lives and communities?

3. How does the theme of judgment in Jeremiah 6:21 connect with the New Testament teachings on faith and obedience?

4. What practical steps can we take to support one another in avoiding spiritual pitfalls and maintaining a strong community of faith?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced a "stumbling block" in your spiritual journey. How did you overcome it, and what role did your faith community play in that process?1. What does the imagery of a "city of beautiful homes" losing its beauty teach about the consequences of disobedience?

2. How does the divine judgment pronounced on Jerusalem relate to the concept of divine justice?

3. In what ways might the modern church be similar to the people of Judah in rejecting God's word?

4. How can we recognize and avoid the 'false peace' that the people of Judah were misled by?

5. How does the call to the "old paths" in verse 16 apply to your spiritual journey?

6. How does the recurring theme of "unheeded warnings" reflect in our personal lives and societal issues today?

7. What does the reaction of the people of Judah to God's warnings teach about human nature?

8. How can we ensure our sacrifices and offerings to God are not just ceremonial but acceptable to Him?

9. In what ways might we be ignoring God's call to repentance in our personal lives?

10. How does the notion of God laying "stumbling blocks" reconcile with His nature as a loving God?

11. What lessons can we learn from the negative response of the people of Judah to Jeremiah's prophecy?

12. How does the imagery of the "rejected silver" apply to the church today?

13. How can we actively strive to internalize God's teachings instead of merely hearing them?

14. What can we learn from the people of Judah's reaction to God's repeated calls for repentance?

15. How can we cultivate an authentic righteousness that goes beyond external religious rituals?

16. How does Jeremiah's unyielding commitment to delivering God's message inspire you in your faith journey?

17. How do you respond when faced with spiritual warnings and what can you do to better heed these warnings?

18. How does the narrative of Jeremiah 6 challenge our understanding of repentance and redemption?

19. How can the story of the impending siege of Jerusalem guide your reactions to prophetic warnings in the current world?

20. In what ways does the story of Judah's unheeded call to repentance inform your understanding of consequences and personal responsibility?

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