Jeremiah's childhood and Call to be a Prophet
Jeremiah's Complaint
The Temple
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What occupation did his father have?
A priest
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Why did Jeremiah pray to God?
He felt like quitting
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Where did Jeremiah go?
To the temple
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Who was Jeremiah a descendant of?
Joshua
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Why did Jeremiah feel like quitting?
He was doubting God's love and guidance
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Who did he address at the temple?
Worshippers of Baal
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Why did Jeremiah refuse his call as a prophet
Said he was too young
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What quality did Jeremiah show when complaining to God?
He showed he could be honest with God about his feelings
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What did he tell the people?
If their ways are not mended god will destroy the temple
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Who also refused the call as a prophet because they didn't know how to speak to people?
Moses
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How does God respond to Jeremiah's prayer?
He said he would strengthen Jeremiah
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What did the people want to do to Jeremiah?
They wanted to kill him
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What did Jeremiah preach against?
Idolatry
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Why did Jeremiah think being a prophet was a bad choice? ( 2 possible answers)
His life is in danger It has cost him the joy of normal fellowship
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Who protected Jeremiah from prosecution?
Ahikam
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