Jeremiah Journey 2020

Bible Study Guide

Week #2

The Book of Jeremiah continues to offer a unique insight into the relationship between
the Maker and the messenger. Jeremiah is called by God to speak “everything that I
command you” (1:17). Chapter offers a different view of Jeremiah as he follows God’s
lead on his assignment.

The word of the Lord came to me, saying,

“Go and proclaim in the hearing of Jerusalem, Thus says the Lord. . .
- Jeremiah 2:1-2 (ESV)

1. This chapter of Jeremiah opens with “Go and proclaim in the hearing of
Jerusalem, Thus says the Lord. . .” How does this match up with Jeremiah’s
initial calling by God?

2. Why do you think God stresses that this be done in the hearing of Jerusalem?

3. What is your initial gut reaction to God’s charges against Israel?

4. God depicts Israel as a youthful bride “holy to the Lord” and then later as a
restless young camel and a wild donkey. How does God’s usage of imagery show
Israel’s turning away from God over time?

5. If you had to summarize God’s message to Israel in chapter, what 1 sentence

would you write?

Consider This. . .

Some biblical historians and theologians have labeled Jeremiah as more than a prophet.
They have identified him as reformer as well. This is not meant in the sense of the
Protestant Reformation. It is about his stance as an individual intent on making
changes that would lead to getting God’s people back on the right path with God.

Think hard about reformative changes that have taken place. Consider other prophets
who were faced with a people who had turned their backs on God and had gone astray.

Keep the prophetic words in mind Isaiah 53:6 and Psalm 119:176.

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