Gems

If Jehovah used Babylon as his “servant” to execute his judgment against his people, why did he punish it afterward? Answer 1: Jehovah called Nebuchadnezzar his “servant” because he allowed Babylon to carry out the sentence against Judah. But that did not mean that he approved of all the actions of the Babylonians. They acted

Weekly question: What is “the burden of Jehovah”? Answer 1: In Jeremiah’s day, “the burden of Jehovah” was the severe message of judgment that announced the destruction of Jerusalem. Many found it hard to listen to because they did not want to change their conduct. Instead of viewing the warning as an opportunity to repent,

Weekly question: What does this verse encourage us to do? Answer 1: Jeremiah 20:12 encourages us to make an honest examination of our heart. Jehovah looks not only at our outward conduct but also at our deepest thoughts, feelings, and motives. That is why it is good to ask ourselves regularly whether there is any

Weekly question: Why do we say that Jehovah is the Great Potter? Answer 1: We say that Jehovah is the Great Pottery because he has authority over the people and nations, just as a potter has authority over the clay. As a Creator, you know perfectly well how we are made and what we need.

Weekly question: Why do we say that trusting in Jehovah involves trusting in his representatives on earth? Answer 1: Trusting in Jehovah involves accepting the way he directs his people. Throughout history, Jehovah has used human representatives to guide, teach, and organize his servants, such as Moses, the prophets, and the responsible Christians of the

Weekly question: How can we imitate Jeremiah and fight discouragement? Answer 1: We can imitate Jeremiah by making personal study a real source of encouragement.He said that he “ate” Jehovah’s words, that is, he received them eagerly and let them reach his heart.When we study calmly, meditate, and look for ways to apply what we

Weekly question: What do these verses tell us about the relationship Jeremiah had with Jehovah? Answer 1: Jeremiah was confident to speak to Jehovah in complete candour. He didn’t hide that he was bewildered to see the wicked seem to thrive. Still, he began by acknowledging that Jehovah is righteous. This shows that his questions

Weekly question: What Can Christian Superintendents Learn from This Verse? Answer 1: Christian superintendents learn that they cannot rely solely on their experience, ability or good intention. Jeremiah 10:21 shows that the shepherds of Judah did not act with understanding because they did not consult Jehovah. Therefore, the elders need to always base their decisions,

Weekly question: Jeremiah said, “Is there no balm in Gilead?” What did you mean? Answer 1: Jeremiah referred to the people need urgent spiritual healing. In Gilead there was literal balm, a product known for its medicinal properties, but Judah’s problem was not physical, but spiritual. They had wounds caused by idolatry, disobedience and religious

Weekly question: In what sense did Jehovah deceive his people? Answer 1: Jehovah did not deceive his people directly, nor told them a lie. Rather, it allowed some false prophets to continue to announce a false message of peace. As the people no longer wanted to hear the warnings of Jehovah through Jeremiah, he ended