◄ Jeremiah 23:33 ►
"Now when this people or a prophet or priest asks you, 'What is the burden of the LORD?' you are to say to them, 'What burden? I will forsake you, declares the LORD.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:33? 2. How does Jeremiah 23:33 warn against false prophecy in today's church? 3. What does "the burden of the LORD" signify in Jeremiah 23:33? 4. How can we discern true prophecy using Jeremiah 23:33 as a guide? 5. Connect Jeremiah 23:33 with New Testament teachings on false prophets. 6. How should believers respond to false teachings, based on Jeremiah 23:33? 7. What is the "burden of the LORD" mentioned in Jeremiah 23:33? 8. How does Jeremiah 23:33 challenge the authority of false prophets? 9. What historical context surrounds Jeremiah 23:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 23? 11. What does the Bible say about FOMO? 12. Who is known as the Weeping Prophet? 13. Jeremiah 7:30-31: How does the practice of child sacrifice in this passage reconcile with the lack of supporting historical records outside the Bible? 14. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 9:23? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of "the burden of the LORD" challenge our understanding of God's messages today? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our spiritual leaders are guiding us according to God's truth? 3. Reflect on a time when ignoring a warning led to negative consequences. How does this relate to the message in Jeremiah 23:33? 4. How can we develop discernment to recognize true prophetic messages in our current context? 5. What steps can we take to align ourselves with God's will and avoid the consequences of disobedience as seen in Jeremiah's time? 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 23:33 NIV Jeremiah 23:33 NLT Jeremiah 23:33 ESV Jeremiah 23:33 NASB Jeremiah 23:33 KJV Jeremiah 23:33 Commentaries Bible Hub