◄ Jeremiah 44:5 ►
But they did not listen or incline their ears; they did not turn from their wickedness or stop burning incense to other gods. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 44:5? 2. How does Jeremiah 44:5 illustrate the consequences of ignoring God's commands? 3. What does "they did not listen or incline their ear" reveal about Israel's heart? 4. How can we ensure we are not like those in Jeremiah 44:5 today? 5. What other scriptures warn against ignoring God's voice and commands? 6. How can we apply the lesson from Jeremiah 44:5 in our daily lives? 7. Why did God not listen to the people's cries in Jeremiah 44:5? 8. How does Jeremiah 44:5 reflect on human disobedience and divine patience? 9. What historical context led to the events in Jeremiah 44:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 44? 11. Jeremiah 24:5 - If God favored those taken into exile, where is the clear evidence that they flourished in Babylon and returned as promised? 12. Why does Psalm 54:5 predict exact retribution from God, when other biblical passages (e.g., Matthew 5:44) recommend praying for enemies instead? 13. Jeremiah 1:5 - How can God claim to know Jeremiah before his conception in a way that defies scientific understanding? 14. Jeremiah 5:31 - Why does God allow false prophets and corrupt priests to lead the people astray instead of intervening earlier to prevent deception? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "idols" that can distract us from fully worshiping God, and how can we identify them in our lives? 2. How does the account of Judah's disobedience in Jeremiah 44:5 serve as a warning for us today? 3. In what ways can we ensure that we are truly listening to God's voice in our daily lives? 4. How does the concept of repentance in Jeremiah 44:5 compare to New Testament teachings on repentance? 5. What steps can we take to avoid the spiritual pitfalls that led to Judah's downfall, as described in Jeremiah 44:5? Jeremiah 44 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the persistent idolatry of the Judeans in Egypt symbolize in our modern life? 2. How does God's reaction to the people's disobedience in Jeremiah 44 reflect His character? 3. How did the people's perspective on their own suffering differ from God's perspective, and how might we sometimes view our own hardships similarly? 4. What are some modern forms of idolatry we need to be cautious of? 5. How does Jeremiah's role as a messenger in this chapter speak to our own roles as Christians today? 6. How does the defiant response of the women reflect society's perspective on obedience to God? 7. How do the consequences of disobedience outlined in this chapter apply to our lives today? 8. What lessons can we learn from the Judahite's failure to heed Jeremiah’s warnings? 9. How might you react if you were among the remnants of Judah in Egypt hearing Jeremiah's prophecy? 10. How do you identify "prophets" or messages from God in your own life and how do you respond to them? 11. What does the chapter reveal about God's feelings towards stubbornness and disobedience? 12. In what ways might we be blind to our own sins, much like the people of Judah? 13. How does the downfall of Egypt serve as a symbol for the eventual failure of worldly powers? 14. How can you apply the lesson of repentance and return to God in your personal life? 15. How does this chapter reveal the gravity of sin and its consequences? 16. How does Jeremiah 44 highlight the role of women in religious practices during biblical times? 17. In what ways does the chapter show the people's misunderstanding of God's intentions and blessings? 18. What parallels can you draw between the cultural and spiritual struggles of the ancient Judahites and those of Christians today? 19. How do the themes of disobedience, repentance, and divine judgment resonate with the overall narrative of the Bible? 20. If God were to speak to our society as He did through Jeremiah, what might He say and how should we respond? Links Jeremiah 44:5 NIV Jeremiah 44:5 NLT Jeremiah 44:5 ESV Jeremiah 44:5 NASB Jeremiah 44:5 KJV Jeremiah 44:5 Commentaries Bible Hub