1. How does the reaction of King Zedekiah to the warnings of Jeremiah reflect our approach towards warnings in life?

2. Compare Zedekiah's request for Jeremiah's prayer and his actions towards Jeremiah. How do these actions reflect his understanding of God's word?

3. How does the treatment of Jeremiah demonstrate the challenges that can be faced by those delivering unwelcome truths?

4. What can we learn from Jeremiah's faithfulness in delivering God's message despite his circumstances?

5. How does Jeremiah's repeated message of doom for Jerusalem, despite the king's inquiries, show his commitment to God's truth?

6. What can we learn about the importance of honesty and truth from the episode of Jeremiah's false accusation?

7. How does Zedekiah's fear of his officials show his lack of leadership and faith in God?

8. Why do you think Zedekiah kept seeking God's word secretly despite his refusal to obey it publicly?

9. How does the siege of Jerusalem metaphorically represent personal trials in life?

10. In what ways can we fail to listen to God's messages in our lives, similar to Zedekiah's disregard for Jeremiah's prophecies?

11. How does Jeremiah's plight in the dungeon reflect the challenges faced by individuals standing up for truth in the present day?

12. How can you apply the lessons from Jeremiah's consistent faithfulness to God in your life?

13. How might have things been different for Zedekiah and Jerusalem if they had heeded Jeremiah's warnings?

14. In what situations might you feel pressured, like Zedekiah, to conform to the views of others rather than following God's guidance?

15. How does Jeremiah's treatment reflect the societal responses to prophetic or moral voices in our time?

16. How can you ensure that you don't ignore divine warnings or God's guidance in your life?

17. What practical steps can you take to ensure you don't just seek God in times of desperation, but continually like Jeremiah?

18. What are some ways you might be falsely accused today, like Jeremiah, for standing up for your beliefs, and how would you respond?

19. How does the fall of Jerusalem despite Zedekiah's half-hearted attempts to seek God, serve as a warning in your spiritual life?

20. What can we learn from Jeremiah's courage and faith in God during his imprisonment that can help us in times of persecution or hardship?