Chapter Summary

Prophecies against the Ammonites, Edom, Damascus, Kedar, kingdoms of Hazor, Elam.

Discussion Questions for Jeremiah, Chapter 49

1. Jeremiah 49 begins with prophecies against the nations of Ammon. How can we apply the warnings against pride and aggression found in verses 4-5 to our own interactions with others?
2. In verse 7, the judgment against Edom is pronounced for their arrogance and self-reliance. How can we guard against the pitfalls of self-sufficiency and instead cultivate a spirit of dependency on God in our lives?
3. The inhabitants of Teman are called to flee and hide in verse 8. How does this call to seek refuge prompt us to consider our own need for shelter and protection in times of trouble, turning to God as our ultimate source of safety and security?
4. The pride of Moab is condemned in verse 16, leading to their demise. How can we guard against the dangers of arrogance and self-exaltation in our own hearts and behaviors?
5. Verse 19 speaks of the desolation that will come upon Edom as a result of their pride and haughtiness. How can we learn from the consequences of Edom's sins and take heed to avoid similar pitfalls in our own lives?
6. In verses 23-24, the destruction of Damascus is likened to a woman in labor, unable to escape the impending judgment. How does this imagery of labor pains and anguish prompt us to consider the inevitability of facing consequences for our actions and choices?
7. The prophecy against Kedar and Hazor in verses 28-33 warns of their downfall. How can we apply the lessons of accountability and justice found in these verses to our own responsibilities towards others and our communities?
8. The scattering of Elam to the four winds in verses 36-37 symbolizes their dispersion and exile. How can we relate to the experiences of displacement and separation depicted in these verses, empathizing with those who have been uprooted from their homes?
9. Verse 38 describes the sword that will be upon Elam and the days of their calamity. How can we respond to the certainty of facing trials and tribulations in life?
10. The promise of Elam's restoration in the latter days in verse 39 offers a glimpse of hope amidst the prophecies of judgment. How can we hold onto the assurance of God's faithfulness and eventual deliverance, trusting in His promises of redemption and renewal?

Key Words/Phrase

Desolations, v. 2.

Characters

God, Jeremiah, Nebuchadnezzar, Zedekiah.

Strong Verse(s)

16 (a).