◄ Jeremiah 2:28 ►
But where are the gods you made for yourselves? Let them rise up in your time of trouble and save you if they can; for your gods are as numerous as your cities, O Judah. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 2:28? 2. How does Jeremiah 2:28 challenge our reliance on worldly idols today? 3. What does Jeremiah 2:28 reveal about God's expectations for faithfulness? 4. How can we identify modern "gods" that distract us from true worship? 5. In what ways can we apply Jeremiah 2:28 to strengthen our faith? 6. How does Jeremiah 2:28 connect with the First Commandment in Exodus 20:3? 7. Why did Israel turn to other gods according to Jeremiah 2:28? 8. How does Jeremiah 2:28 challenge the concept of idolatry? 9. What historical context led to the events in Jeremiah 2:28? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 2? 11. (Exodus 34:14) How do we reconcile the commandment against worshiping other gods with archaeological finds suggesting Israel’s early polytheistic practices? 12. How can 2 Chronicles 28:3 claim child sacrifice occurred without any clear archeological evidence? 13. Jeremiah 32:35: Why would God claim ignorance of child sacrifices if other passages suggest He is omniscient and aware of every human action? 14. Jeremiah 2:32-33 portrays Israel as actively seeking other gods; why do extra-biblical records not corroborate such a widespread apostasy at this particular time? Discussion Questions 1. What are some modern-day "gods" or idols that people might turn to in times of trouble, and how can we guard against this in our own lives? 2. How does the account of the golden calf in Exodus 32 relate to the situation in Jeremiah 2:28, and what lessons can we learn from both? 3. In what ways does God demonstrate His desire for exclusive worship throughout the Bible, and how can we apply this to our daily walk with Him? 4. How can we identify and remove idols from our lives to ensure that our trust and hope are placed solely in God? 5. Reflect on a time when you faced a "time of trouble." How did your faith in God sustain you, and what role did prayer and scripture play in that experience? Jeremiah 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the description of God's relationship with Israel in Jeremiah 2 compare with your relationship with God? 2. Reflect on a time when you felt like you were digging your own broken cistern. What was the outcome? 3. How do you respond to God's questioning of Israel in verses 5 and 6? Can you relate to the Israelites? 4. What does Jeremiah 2 teach us about the consequences of turning away from God? 5. How can you apply the lessons from Israel's idolatry to your own life? 6. How does the imagery of slavery used in Jeremiah 2 apply to our lives today? 7. What are some "false trusts" or "worthless idols" in our contemporary society? 8. Why do you think the Israelites kept turning back to idols, despite God's warnings? 9. How does Jeremiah 2 challenge your perspective on obedience and faithfulness to God? 10. What can you learn from God's constant love despite Israel's continuous rebellion? 11. How does Jeremiah 2 highlight the importance of remembering God's past actions in our lives? 12. What can we learn from God's call to Israel to self-examine their ways and return to Him? 13. How can the sins of the Israelites in Jeremiah 2 be paralleled to modern-day Christian living? 14. How does Jeremiah 2 inspire you to keep faith in times of despair and disobedience? 15. In what ways have you experienced God's discipline in your life, similar to the Israelites' experience? 16. What does this chapter reveal about God's expectations of His relationship with His people? 17. How does God’s reaction to Israel's unfaithfulness impact your understanding of His character? 18. How can we guard ourselves from the temptations that led the Israelites astray? 19. How does Jeremiah 2 influence your understanding of repentance and forgiveness? 20. What steps can you take to ensure that you remember God's actions in your life and stay faithful to Him? Links Jeremiah 2:28 NIV Jeremiah 2:28 NLT Jeremiah 2:28 ESV Jeremiah 2:28 NASB Jeremiah 2:28 KJV Jeremiah 2:28 Commentaries Bible Hub