◄ Jeremiah 38:3 ►
This is what the LORD says: This city will surely be delivered into the hands of the army of the king of Babylon, and he will capture it." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 38:3? 2. How does Jeremiah 38:3 demonstrate God's sovereignty over nations and leaders? 3. What can we learn about obedience to God from Jeremiah's message in 38:3? 4. How does Jeremiah 38:3 connect with God's promises in Jeremiah 29:11? 5. How should we respond when God's message is unpopular, as in Jeremiah 38:3? 6. What actions can we take to trust God's plans, as seen in Jeremiah 38:3? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in Jeremiah 38:3? 8. How does Jeremiah 38:3 reflect God's sovereignty over nations? 9. Why was Jeremiah's message in 38:3 considered treasonous by his contemporaries? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 38? 11. Why does Jeremiah's 70-year prophecy about the Babylonian exile not match historical timelines? 12. In Jeremiah 29:4-7, how can God instruct his people to settle peacefully in a pagan land while other passages command separation from foreign nations? 13. Revelation 18:10 - How does the city's destruction 'in one hour' align with or contradict other biblical texts about judgment events? 14. (Psalm 147:2) The text references rebuilding Jerusalem--what evidence exists that this rebuilding happened precisely as described, and does the historical record match the biblical timeline? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding God’s sovereignty over nations influence your perspective on current world events? 2. In what ways can we see the consequences of disobedience in our own lives or communities, and how should we respond? 3. What challenges do you face in being a faithful witness to God’s truth, and how can Jeremiah’s example encourage you? 4. How can we find hope in God’s redemptive plan, even when facing difficult circumstances or judgment? 5. How does the fall of Jerusalem and the subsequent exile connect to the broader account of God’s plan for redemption through Jesus Christ? Jeremiah 38 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Jeremiah's predicament in the cistern mirror the spiritual state of the people of Judah at this time? 2. Discuss the significance of Jeremiah's deliverance from the cistern. How does this event symbolize hope in seemingly hopeless circumstances? 3. How do the reactions of King Zedekiah and the officials reflect their faith and values? Contrast this with Jeremiah’s faith. 4. How does Ebed-Melech’s intervention reflect his character and belief system? How can his actions inspire us in our lives today? 5. Why do you think Zedekiah chose to meet with Jeremiah secretly? What does this say about his fears and motivations? 6. Analyze Jeremiah's advice to Zedekiah. What does it reveal about his understanding of God's will and his courage to communicate it? 7. Can you relate to Zedekiah's fear of the people's reactions? Have you ever found yourself hiding the truth because of similar fears? 8. In what ways might you be facing a "cistern" experience in your life, and how does Jeremiah’s story inspire you to maintain hope? 9. How does Jeremiah embody perseverance in the face of adversity? Can you share an example from your life where you had to persevere? 10. How might Jeremiah's actions and words have affected the people around him, especially those in authority like Zedekiah? 11. Discuss the relevance of Jeremiah's bold advice to our current global political landscape. 12. How can we respond to injustices or wrongdoing in our society, inspired by Jeremiah's courage and faith? 13. How does the chapter encourage us to act when faced with situations where truth and justice are being compromised? 14. How can we discern God's will in difficult times, as Jeremiah did? 15. In what ways does the chapter inspire you to rely on God's deliverance? 16. How does Jeremiah’s story shape your understanding of faith and courage amidst adversity? 17. How does Jeremiah's situation challenge you to respond when you see fellow believers facing persecution? 18. What is the significance of truth in our lives, as revealed in Jeremiah’s interaction with King Zedekiah? 19. How do we balance the fear of people’s reactions with the call to speak the truth, as seen in the story of Zedekiah and Jeremiah? 20. How does Jeremiah 38 inspire you to live out your faith more boldly in your day-to-day life? Links Jeremiah 38:3 NIV Jeremiah 38:3 NLT Jeremiah 38:3 ESV Jeremiah 38:3 NASB Jeremiah 38:3 KJV Jeremiah 38:3 Commentaries Bible Hub