◄ Jeremiah 26:2 ►
"This is what the LORD says: Stand in the courtyard of the house of the LORD and speak all the words I have commanded you to speak to all the cities of Judah who come to worship there. Do not omit a word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 26:2? 2. How does Jeremiah 26:2 emphasize the importance of delivering God's message fully? 3. What can we learn about obedience from God's command in Jeremiah 26:2? 4. How does Jeremiah 26:2 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 5. In what ways can we ensure we speak God's words without omission today? 6. How does Jeremiah 26:2 challenge us to be bold in sharing God's truth? 7. What is the historical context of Jeremiah 26:2 and its significance for ancient Israel? 8. How does Jeremiah 26:2 reflect God's authority and expectations for His prophets? 9. Why is it important that Jeremiah speaks "all the words" God commands in Jeremiah 26:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 26? 11. What is the impact of omitting crucial information? 12. (Jeremiah 13:16–17) Isn’t it contradictory for God to demand repentance while also foretelling inevitable punishment? 13. Jeremiah 24:8 – Does God’s severe judgment on the “bad figs” conflict with the idea of a just and loving deity who offers redemption to all? 14. In Jeremiah 26:10-11, why is there no clear external evidence of formal court proceedings against Jeremiah outside the biblical record? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jeremiah's obedience to God's command in this passage challenge us in our own lives when it comes to sharing our faith? 2. In what ways can we ensure that we are delivering the full message of the gospel, without omission or alteration, in our personal and communal witness? 3. Reflect on a time when you faced opposition for your faith. How can Jeremiah's example encourage you to remain steadfast? 4. How does the setting of the temple courtyard as a place of proclamation relate to the role of the church today in teaching and worship? 5. Considering the connection to Deuteronomy 4:2, how can we guard against the temptation to modify God's word to fit cultural or personal preferences? Jeremiah 26 Bible Study Questions 1. How do Jeremiah's actions in chapter 26 inspire you to act boldly in your own faith journey? 2. Compare and contrast the responses of Jeremiah and Uriah when faced with death threats. What can we learn from their reactions? 3. How does the reaction of the officials and people change from the beginning to the end of the chapter? What does this teach us about the power of a well-presented defense? 4. What does the reaction of the people to Jeremiah's prophecies reveal about their relationship with God? 5. In what ways does the story of Jeremiah 26 resonate with the current state of the world? 6. How can we apply Jeremiah's courage and faithfulness to our personal and professional lives? 7. How does the mention of Shiloh in verse 6 tie into the larger narrative of Israel's history? 8. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of heeding or ignoring God's warnings? 9. How does Jeremiah 26 challenge your understanding of the role of a prophet? 10. What lessons does the story of Uriah teach about fear and faith? 11. How does this chapter shape our understanding of repentance and God's grace? 12. How do the elders use historical context to sway the opinion of the officials and the people? 13. Why do you think Ahikam son of Shaphan protected Jeremiah? What does this teach us about allyship and advocacy? 14. How does the concept of "innocent blood" play out in this chapter and what implications does it have for modern justice systems? 15. If you were in Jeremiah's position, how would you handle the backlash? 16. How might this chapter inform a Christian's response to persecution? 17. How does Jeremiah 26 inspire you to speak truth even when it's unpopular? 18. How can the experiences of Jeremiah and Uriah guide us in dealing with fear and threats in our lives? 19. If you were a part of the assembly hearing Jeremiah's prophecy, how would you have responded? 20. How does the story of Jeremiah 26 inspire you to defend your faith and beliefs in challenging situations? Links Jeremiah 26:2 NIV Jeremiah 26:2 NLT Jeremiah 26:2 ESV Jeremiah 26:2 NASB Jeremiah 26:2 KJV Jeremiah 26:2 Commentaries Bible Hub