◄ Jeremiah 1:17 ►
Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 1:17? 2. How can we "get ready" to fulfill God's calling in our lives today? 3. What does it mean to "stand up and tell them everything" God commands? 4. How does Jeremiah 1:17 relate to Ephesians 6:10-18 on spiritual readiness? 5. In what ways can fear hinder us from speaking God's truth boldly? 6. How can we apply Jeremiah's courage in our daily witness for Christ? 7. How does Jeremiah 1:17 challenge personal responsibility in delivering God's message despite fear? 8. What historical context influenced the urgency of God's command in Jeremiah 1:17? 9. How does Jeremiah 1:17 reflect the theme of divine empowerment in the face of opposition? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 1? 11. Do the promises in Jer 42 about the safety of the remnant conflict with the calamities in Jer 43? 12. Does Jeremiah’s bitter lament in Jeremiah 20:14–18 contradict the portrayal of a steadfast prophet elsewhere in the book? 13. (Jeremiah 17:1) How can sin be literally 'engraved' on a person's heart, and what evidence supports a physical or metaphorical interpretation? 14. Is the heart of man good or evil? (Genesis 1:31 vs. Jeremiah 17:9) Discussion Questions 1. How does Jeremiah's initial reluctance to accept his calling resonate with your own experiences of feeling inadequate for tasks God has given you? 2. In what ways can you "gird up your loins" in your daily life to be prepared for the work God has called you to do? 3. Reflect on a time when you faced opposition for your faith. How did you respond, and what can you learn from Jeremiah's example? 4. How does the concept of fearing God rather than man influence your decisions and actions in challenging situations? 5. What steps can you take to ensure that you are faithfully proclaiming God's truth in your community, even when it is unpopular or difficult? Jeremiah 1 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Jeremiah's calling resonate with your personal experience of discerning God's purpose for your life? 2. In what ways do you relate to Jeremiah's initial hesitation to his divine calling? 3. How does the theme of divine predestination manifest in your own spiritual journey? 4. What reassurances does God give Jeremiah to overcome his fear and doubt? How do these apply in your life? 5. How can you interpret the symbols of the almond tree and the boiling pot in today's context? 6. How might God's words to Jeremiah about His protection inspire courage in facing your personal trials? 7. How can Jeremiah's prophetic commission relate to our calling as Christians in the modern world? 8. How can the concept of God's sovereignty, as seen in Jeremiah's commission, influence our approach to life's challenges? 9. What do the reactions of Jeremiah teach us about human response to God's calling? 10. How can Jeremiah's experience inspire us to embrace God's plans, even when they seem daunting or beyond our abilities? 11. How does Jeremiah 1 shape your understanding of prophecy and prophethood? 12. In what ways do you think God equips His chosen ones today for their divine missions? 13. How can you apply God's assurance to Jeremiah in your everyday life? 14. How does God's reassurance of His protection apply to modern day fears and uncertainties? 15. What does Jeremiah's mission to "uproot and to build" say about the dual nature of God's word and how does this apply today? 16. In what ways can we be like Jeremiah, facing opposition for standing by our faith and convictions? 17. What aspects of Jeremiah's call speak to you the most? Why? 18. How can we use God's word as Jeremiah did to bring about change in our societies? 19. What lessons can we draw from Jeremiah's life about resilience and persistence? 20. In what ways can Jeremiah's relationship with God model our own relationship with Him? Links Jeremiah 1:17 NIV Jeremiah 1:17 NLT Jeremiah 1:17 ESV Jeremiah 1:17 NASB Jeremiah 1:17 KJV Jeremiah 1:17 Commentaries Bible Hub