◄ Jeremiah 25:7 ►
But to your own harm, you have not listened to Me,' declares the LORD, 'so you have provoked Me to anger with the works of your hands.' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 25:7? 2. How does Jeremiah 25:7 highlight the consequences of not listening to God? 3. What does "you have not listened" reveal about Israel's relationship with God? 4. How can we apply Jeremiah 25:7 to our daily obedience to God? 5. What other scriptures emphasize the importance of listening to God's voice? 6. How does ignoring God's warnings lead to "harm" in our spiritual lives? 7. Why did the Israelites refuse to listen to God in Jeremiah 25:7? 8. How does Jeremiah 25:7 reflect human nature's resistance to divine authority? 9. What historical context led to the message in Jeremiah 25:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 25? 11. What does the Bible say about impulse control? 12. Psalm 124:1–2 affirms God’s intervention for Israel, yet historical records detail numerous defeats. Why do these interventions appear inconsistent with recorded losses? 13. In Romans 7:25, if Christ is the solution to sin, why does the struggle described still persist according to the text and other New Testament passages? 14. How can Ezekiel 37:25-28's everlasting covenant and sanctuary be understood when there seems to be no clear historical or present-day fulfillment matching this depiction? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jeremiah 25:7 reflect the broader theme of covenant faithfulness in the Old Testament? 2. In what ways can we identify and remove "the works of our hands" that provoke God in our own lives today? 3. How does understanding the historical context of Judah's disobedience help us apply this scripture to our current spiritual walk? 4. What are some modern-day idols that can lead us away from listening to God, and how can we guard against them? 5. How can we balance the understanding of God's righteous anger with His mercy and grace in our personal faith journey? Jeremiah 25 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Jeremiah 25 resonate with today's world? Can you identify instances where societies might be ignoring warnings like the people of Judah and Jerusalem did? 2. How can you apply the lessons learned from the reaction of the people of Judah and Jerusalem to God's warnings in your personal life? 3. What does the concept of the "cup of God's wrath" signify to you? How does this image apply to current global issues? 4. In the face of divine judgment, what steps can you take to lead a more righteous life, personally and within your community? 5. How do you interpret God's decision to inflict a 70-year captivity in Babylon? What does it suggest about God's nature and His approach to sin? 6. Jeremiah warned for 23 years without seeing the desired change. Have there been times you've felt ignored or unnoticed when trying to do what's right? 7. How does God's global punishment in Jeremiah 25 relate to the interconnectedness of our world today? 8. How can the church better communicate the serious implications of sin without causing fear or pushing people away? 9. In the face of adversity, what role does faith play? Can we see God's judgment as an act of love? 10. How does Jeremiah's persistent warning despite opposition inspire you in your spiritual journey? 11. How would you react if you were in Jeremiah's position, given the task of warning a society that does not want to listen? 12. How can you foster a culture of listening and heeding warnings in your community? 13. How does Jeremiah 25 challenge your understanding of God's character? 14. How can this chapter guide you in making choices that align with God's will? 15. If God were to send a modern-day Jeremiah, what form might this prophet take? 16. How can Jeremiah 25 inspire you to deal with rejection in your personal and spiritual life? 17. In the context of Jeremiah's prophecy, how does this influence your understanding of God's patience and tolerance for the sin of mankind? 18. How can Jeremiah 25 be used as a reminder of the consequences of persistent sin in a believer's life? 19. What do you think is the purpose of God allowing Babylon to punish His people, and what does it say about His sovereignty? 20. How can the concepts of divine judgment and prophecy in Jeremiah 25 encourage believers to foster a closer relationship with God? Links Jeremiah 25:7 NIV Jeremiah 25:7 NLT Jeremiah 25:7 ESV Jeremiah 25:7 NASB Jeremiah 25:7 KJV Jeremiah 25:7 Commentaries Bible Hub