Jeremiah continues to prophesy
This lesson concludes the study of the prophet Jeremiah and takes a look at Lamentations which is commonly attributed to Jeremiah. It was his sad songs about the invasion of his country by the forces of Babylon, and the capture of many of his people. Even in calamity, the people refuse to listen. For your convenience – Bible online
Ch.40 Governor appointed for Jerusalem
Ch.41 Revolt
Ch.42 Jeremiah’s prophecy
Ch.43 Remnant of people go to Egypt
Ch.44 God’s warning to those who went to Egypt
Ch.45 Baruch will be protected
Ch.46 Egypt will be invaded
Ch.47-50 Prophecies against neighboring nations
Ch.51 Prophecy against Babylon (see Daniel ch.5)
Ch.52 summary of Jerusalem’s downfall Judah in exile
Questions
Who recognized that Judah’s God was punishing His people? (40:1-2)
Was Jeremiah taken to Babylon? (40:1-6)
Who was the puppet governor of Jerusalem? (40:5)
Who killed Gedaliah, the governor? (41:2-4)
Did the people want to know what God asked of them? (42:1-6)
What was Jeremiah’s prophecy concerning their desire to go to Egypt? (42:11-19)
Were they being honest in their request? (42:20)
What was the people’s response? (43:1-4)
Was Jeremiah forced to go to Egypt with them? (43:6)
What was the men’s response to Jeremiah’s warning from God? (44:16)
Will God allow the captives to return to Judah? (46:27-28)
Jeremiah prophesies against what nations? (49:1,7,23,28,34)
What has happened to Israel? (50:17)
Why will God destroy Babylon? (50:29)
Who is coming from the north? (50:41-42)
Who will invade Babylon? 51:11 (see Daniel Ch. 5)
What happened to King Zedekiah when Judah was invaded? (52:8-11)
How many did Nebuchadnezzar take captive in the seventh year? (52:28)
How many did Nebuchadnezzar take captive in the eighteenth year? (52:29)
How many did Nebuchadnezzar take captive in the twenty-third year? (52:30)
Lamentations
For your convenience – Bible online
Ch.1 Jerusalem has gravely sinned
Ch.2 God is angry
Ch.3 Jeremiah’s hope is in God
Ch.4 Shame has come upon Jerusalem (Zion)
Ch.5 Intercession for their country to be restored
Questions
Who was he lamenting? Why? (1:1-3)
What had the Lord done? (2:7)
How did Jeremiah react? (2:11)
Describe Jeremiah’s reputation. (3:14)
What was Jeremiah’s hope in spite of all the calamity? (3:22-24)
Did God cause the calamity willingly? (3:33)
Who were his people looking to for help? (4:17)
What did Jeremiah confess? (5:15-16)
After he has seen the arrogance of his people, warned them for 40-50 years, and seen their downfall, what was Jeremiah’s natural reaction? (5:19-22)