September 17, 2023

Discussion Questions:

In Jeremiah 29:1-14, the Israelites are instructed to settle in Babylon for an extended period. How can we apply the idea of faithfully living in a foreign land to our own lives? What does it mean to be "in the world, but not of the world," and how can we maintain our faith and witness in secular or challenging environments?
Jeremiah 29:7 advises the exiles to seek the welfare of the city where they are in exile and to pray for it. How can we actively engage with and contribute positively to the communities we find ourselves in, even if they are not aligned with our faith values? What are some practical ways we can be a source of blessing and reconciliation in our neighborhoods?
Jeremiah 29:11 is a well-known verse that speaks of God's plans to prosper and not harm the exiles. How might this ancient promise apply to our lives today? How can we trust God's plans even when we are faced with difficulties and uncertainties? What are some ways we can seek God's guidance and trust in His timing?
In, Jeremiah 29:13 Jeremiah encourages the exiles to seeking God with all their hearts, promising that when they seek him, they will find him. What does it mean to seek God wholeheartedly, and how can we cultivate a deeper, more intimate relationship with Him? What spiritual practices or habits can help us draw closer to God and experience His presence in our lives?