◄ Jeremiah 23:37 ►
Thus you are to say to the prophet: 'What has the LORD answered you?' and 'What has the LORD spoken?' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 23:37? 2. How can we discern false messages from true ones, as advised in Jeremiah 23:37? 3. What does Jeremiah 23:37 teach about the responsibility of speaking God's word? 4. How does Jeremiah 23:37 connect with warnings against false prophets in Matthew 7:15? 5. How can we apply Jeremiah 23:37 to ensure our words align with God's truth? 6. What steps can we take to verify teachings align with God's word, per Jeremiah 23:37? 7. What does Jeremiah 23:37 reveal about the nature of false prophecy? 8. How does Jeremiah 23:37 challenge the authority of religious leaders? 9. What historical context influenced the message of Jeremiah 23:37? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 23? 11. Jeremiah 11:18-23: How do these threats on Jeremiah's life align with the idea of divine protection for those who follow God's will? 12. Why would King Zedekiah, who ignored God, privately seek Jeremiah's prophecy in Jeremiah 37:17, and does this align with his other actions? 13. Jeremiah 23:21-22: Why would God allow false prophets to speak in His name if He disapproves of their messages? 14. In Jeremiah 2:8, why do historical records and other biblical accounts seemingly fail to mention the prophets and priests abandoning the Lord so decisively? Discussion Questions 1. How can we discern whether a message is truly from the Lord, as instructed in Jeremiah 23:37? 2. What are some modern examples of false teachings, and how can we apply biblical principles to address them? 3. How does the warning against false prophets in Jeremiah 23:37 relate to Jesus' teachings in the New Testament? 4. In what ways can the church community support individuals in discerning true from false teachings? 5. How can we ensure that our personal study and understanding of Scripture align with the truth of God's Word? Jeremiah 23 Bible Study Questions 1. How does God's rebuke of the shepherds in Jeremiah 23 apply to today's leaders? 2. Reflect on the image of the 'Righteous Branch' as portrayed in this chapter. How does this prophecy connect to Jesus' life and ministry? 3. What are the characteristics of the false prophets as depicted in Jeremiah 23? Are these traits evident in today's world? 4. How does God's reaction to the false prophets inform your understanding of His nature? 5. In what ways are people today potentially led astray like the Israelites were by false prophets? 6. How can we ensure we are not falling for 'false prophets' in our current day-to-day lives? 7. How does God's promise to restore His people provide hope amidst condemnation? 8. Discuss the implication of the name given to the future King, "The LORD Our Righteous Savior." 9. How can we apply the lessons from the condemnation of false prophets to discern truth in today's information age? 10. In what ways does the promise of a Righteous Branch bring comfort to you personally? 11. How does Jeremiah 23 contribute to our understanding of God's justice? 12. God promises to gather the remnant of His flock from all countries. How does this resonate with the theme of inclusivity in Christianity? 13. What can we learn from the severe consequences the false prophets face in Jeremiah 23? 14. How can we discern true from false teachings in our daily lives? 15. How does the concept of the 'Righteous Branch' relate to the Christian understanding of salvation? 16. How can the modern church guard itself against the influence of false prophets? 17. How does the imagery of God as a shepherd resonate with you in your present situation? 18. What implications does the prophecy in Jeremiah 23 have for the future hope of Christians? 19. In the light of God's anger towards false teachings, how can Christians today stand firm in true doctrine? 20. How does the prophecy about the future King reflect God's love and concern for His people? Links Jeremiah 23:37 NIV Jeremiah 23:37 NLT Jeremiah 23:37 ESV Jeremiah 23:37 NASB Jeremiah 23:37 KJV Jeremiah 23:37 Commentaries Bible Hub