◄ Jeremiah 23:25 ►
"I have heard the sayings of the prophets who prophesy lies in My name: 'I had a dream! I had a dream!' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:25? 2. How does Jeremiah 23:25 warn against false prophets in today's church? 3. What does "I have heard what the prophets say" reveal about God's awareness? 4. How can we discern false dreams from true messages in Jeremiah 23:25? 5. Connect Jeremiah 23:25 with Deuteronomy 18:20-22 on identifying false prophecy. 6. How should believers respond to false teachings according to Jeremiah 23:25? 7. How does Jeremiah 23:25 address the issue of false prophets in today's world? 8. What historical context influenced the message of Jeremiah 23:25? 9. How does Jeremiah 23:25 challenge the authenticity of modern religious leaders? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 23? 11. What are the Babylonian Captivity and Exile? 12. What does "Twisting Scriptures to Their Own Destruction" mean? 13. Psalm 120:2–3 – Is there archaeological or textual evidence that consistently attributes judgment on “deceitful tongues” in this manner? 14. Is every statement either true or false? Discussion Questions 1. How can we identify false prophets in today's context, and what criteria should we use to test their messages? 2. In what ways can dreams or personal revelations be misused in the church, and how can we guard against this? 3. How does understanding the historical context of Jeremiah's time help us apply this verse to our lives today? 4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are not led astray by false teachings? 5. How do the warnings about false prophets in the New Testament reinforce the message of Jeremiah 23:25? Jeremiah 23 Bible Study Questions 1. How does God's rebuke of the shepherds in Jeremiah 23 apply to today's leaders? 2. Reflect on the image of the 'Righteous Branch' as portrayed in this chapter. How does this prophecy connect to Jesus' life and ministry? 3. What are the characteristics of the false prophets as depicted in Jeremiah 23? Are these traits evident in today's world? 4. How does God's reaction to the false prophets inform your understanding of His nature? 5. In what ways are people today potentially led astray like the Israelites were by false prophets? 6. How can we ensure we are not falling for 'false prophets' in our current day-to-day lives? 7. How does God's promise to restore His people provide hope amidst condemnation? 8. Discuss the implication of the name given to the future King, "The LORD Our Righteous Savior." 9. How can we apply the lessons from the condemnation of false prophets to discern truth in today's information age? 10. In what ways does the promise of a Righteous Branch bring comfort to you personally? 11. How does Jeremiah 23 contribute to our understanding of God's justice? 12. God promises to gather the remnant of His flock from all countries. How does this resonate with the theme of inclusivity in Christianity? 13. What can we learn from the severe consequences the false prophets face in Jeremiah 23? 14. How can we discern true from false teachings in our daily lives? 15. How does the concept of the 'Righteous Branch' relate to the Christian understanding of salvation? 16. How can the modern church guard itself against the influence of false prophets? 17. How does the imagery of God as a shepherd resonate with you in your present situation? 18. What implications does the prophecy in Jeremiah 23 have for the future hope of Christians? 19. In the light of God's anger towards false teachings, how can Christians today stand firm in true doctrine? 20. How does the prophecy about the future King reflect God's love and concern for His people? Links Jeremiah 23:25 NIV Jeremiah 23:25 NLT Jeremiah 23:25 ESV Jeremiah 23:25 NASB Jeremiah 23:25 KJV Jeremiah 23:25 Commentaries Bible Hub