◄ Jeremiah 23:32 ►
"Indeed," declares the LORD, "I am against those who prophesy false dreams and retell them to lead My people astray with their reckless lies. It was not I who sent them or commanded them, and they are of no benefit at all to these people," declares the LORD. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:32? 2. How does Jeremiah 23:32 warn against false prophets in today's church? 3. What are the consequences of "false visions" mentioned in Jeremiah 23:32? 4. How can we discern truth from deception as taught in Jeremiah 23:32? 5. How does Jeremiah 23:32 connect with Jesus' warnings about false prophets? 6. How can believers apply Jeremiah 23:32 to guard against spiritual deception? 7. What does Jeremiah 23:32 reveal about false prophets and their impact on faith? 8. How does Jeremiah 23:32 challenge the authenticity of modern-day prophetic claims? 9. Why does God express anger towards false visions in Jeremiah 23:32? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 23? 11. Is God all-powerful? 12. Who is known as the Weeping Prophet? 13. In Psalm 110:1, how could David refer to the Messiah as 'my Lord' if the Messiah was supposed to be his descendant? 14. Amos 7:3, 6 - If God is 'unchanging,' why does He appear to change His decision in answer to Amos's plea? Discussion Questions 1. How can we discern between true and false prophets in today's context, and what tools does Scripture provide for this discernment? 2. In what ways can false teachings lead believers astray, and how can we guard against this in our personal and communal faith journeys? 3. Reflect on a time when you encountered a teaching that seemed questionable. How did you respond, and what role did Scripture play in your decision-making process? 4. How does understanding the seriousness of false prophecy in Jeremiah's time influence our view of spiritual leadership today? 5. What steps can we take to ensure that we are benefiting from true teachings and not being misled by falsehoods in our spiritual lives? 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 23:32 NIV Jeremiah 23:32 NLT Jeremiah 23:32 ESV Jeremiah 23:32 NASB Jeremiah 23:32 KJV Jeremiah 23:32 Commentaries Bible Hub