◄ Jeremiah 10:21 ►
For the shepherds have become senseless; they do not seek the LORD. Therefore they have not prospered, and all their flock is scattered. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 10:21? 2. How can leaders today avoid being "senseless" as in Jeremiah 10:21? 3. What does "have not sought the LORD" teach about spiritual leadership priorities? 4. How does Jeremiah 10:21 relate to Jesus' teachings on shepherding in John 10? 5. In what ways can we ensure our "pasture" is not "scattered" today? 6. How can we apply Jeremiah 10:21 to strengthen our church community? 7. What does Jeremiah 10:21 reveal about the consequences of poor leadership? 8. How does Jeremiah 10:21 challenge the role of spiritual leaders today? 9. Why do shepherds lack understanding according to Jeremiah 10:21? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 10? 11. What did Jesus mean by 'Feed My Sheep'? 12. What is heavy shepherding? 13. How can Jeremiah 21:2 claim the Lord would not rescue Jerusalem when other passages promise divine protection for the city? 14. John 21:15-17 - Why does Jesus repeat his question to Peter three times, and does this contradict or overlap inconsistently with Peter's declarations in earlier chapters? Discussion Questions 1. What characteristics should define a godly leader according to Jeremiah 10:21 and related scriptures? 2. How can we ensure that we are seeking the LORD in our personal lives and leadership roles? 3. In what ways can the failure of leaders impact a community or congregation, and how can this be addressed? 4. How does Jesus' role as the Good Shepherd provide hope and restoration for those who have been scattered? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt spiritually scattered. How did seeking the LORD help you find direction and peace? Jeremiah 10 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Jeremiah 10:1-5 illustrate the dangers of adopting the practices of other cultures without discerning their alignment with God's commandments? 2. How do verses 6-10 show the distinct difference between the living God and man-made idols? 3. In what ways is God's power and wisdom exhibited in Jeremiah's words in verses 11-16? 4. What can we learn about the consequences of disobedience from the prophecy of exile in verses 17-25? 5. How does Jeremiah's prayer for mercy demonstrate the correct response when we are under God's chastisement? 6. What modern-day idols might we unknowingly worship, and how can we apply the lessons of Jeremiah 10 to guard against this? 7. How does the depiction of God in this chapter influence your understanding of His nature and character? 8. What are some ways that our society may be influenced by the practices and beliefs of other nations, similar to the situation in Jeremiah 10? 9. How can the warnings against idolatry in this chapter be applied to our lives today? 10. How does Jeremiah’s prayer in this chapter inform how we should approach God in times of trouble? 11. Can you recall a time when you felt God's chastisement? How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience? 12. In what ways can we ensure our worship aligns with God's will, as highlighted in this chapter? 13. How does understanding the contrast between God and idols impact your personal worship? 14. How do you recognize and resist the temptations of false gods in your daily life? 15. How can you apply the principles in Jeremiah 10 to cultivate a healthy fear of God? 16. What can Jeremiah 10 teach us about God's sovereignty and why it's important for our faith? 17. How does the theme of God's wrath against sin in this chapter influence your understanding of sin and repentance? 18. How can you use the principles in Jeremiah 10 to discern true worship in your personal life? 19. How does Jeremiah's prophecy of exile speak to the reality of consequences for our actions today? 20. How can the chapter's depiction of the temporal existence of idols vs. the eternity of God influence our choices and priorities in life? Links Jeremiah 10:21 NIV Jeremiah 10:21 NLT Jeremiah 10:21 ESV Jeremiah 10:21 NASB Jeremiah 10:21 KJV Jeremiah 10:21 Commentaries Bible Hub