5/10 Psalm 34 - Hope for the Broken Hearted
Key Chapters of the Bible
Feeling discouraged? Needing to be reminded of God's promises for you? Join us in today's study in a super-encouraging psalm that is sure to bless your time in God's Word. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What did the podcast mean when it said that this psalm, and others like it are part of a class of genre called “Gnomic Literature”? How do we handle this kind of literature and these kinds of promises? Why do we tend to let “exceptions” cause us to lose faith in God’s universal principles? 2. The opening lines of this psalm say something along the...
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5/5 Psalm 32 - The Joy of Forgiveness
Key Chapters of the Bible
Have you ever had a heavy heart because of your sin? Have you ever wondered if God will forgive you? Join us today as we look at Psalm 32 and rejoice in the forgiveness that is ours in Christ! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What did the podcast tell us about a “maskil”? What are they and what should we do with them? According to your Bible, who wrote this maskil? In broad terms, what is he trying to teach us? 2. The podcast explained that Psalm 32 helps us understand what to do when we’re feeling guilty about our sin. Are there any specific areas in...
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5/4 Psalm 23* - The Lord Is Our Shepherd
Key Chapters of the Bible
Few passages are more beloved than Psalm 23 and today we'll look over familiar territory and remember what it means that "the Lord is our Shepherd." DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Look in your Bible, just below the title “Psalm 23”. Who does it say wrote this psalm? According to the podcast, how was this author a shepherd of both sheep and people? How might this personal resume have helped him understand more richly that the Lord is his shepherd? 2. Look up John 10:14, 1 Peter 5:4 and Hebrews 13:20. What do these verses tell us about Jesus as our...
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5/3 Psalm 22 - Amazing Prophecies of Christ!
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of the most amazing prophecies in the Old Testament is actually a psalm! Specifically Psalm 22 which details our Lord's sufferings on the cross. Join us in today's study as we compare this psalm with the Gospels and see so much of what we can praise Christ for! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Look at the opening words of Psalm 22. Who wrote this psalm? From what we know of his life, did he ever experience the things he’s written in this psalm? Who was this psalm ultimately pointing to? 2. How does the fact that Psalm 22 was written about 1,000 years...
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5/2 Psalm 19 - God's Message in Creation and His Word
Key Chapters of the Bible
How has our Lord revealed His message in our world? Through nature and His Word! Join us as we look at Psalm 19 and begin to scratch the surface of all the ways that God has revealed His message to us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentioned two terms that theologians use to describe “revelation”. What is “General Revelation”? How do we see it described in Psalm 19? 2. According to verse 1, what do the heavens “tell” and “declare”? In your opinion, what are some ways that they do this? 3. According to verse 2, what...
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5/1 Psalm 15 - Paths of Righteousness
Key Chapters of the Bible
The question we all need to ask is: How does God want me to live? Psalm 15 asks that question and gives us God's profound answer. Join us as we dive into this wonderfully rich psalm! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What is the point of the opening question of verse 1? What is the author speaking about at with terms like “abide” and “dwell”? 2. Why doesn’t the author simply answer his own question saying, “those who are in covenant with the Lord?” 3. Is this psalm, teaching some kind of works salvation? If not, then what is it...
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4/30 Psalm 2* - The Kingdom of the Son
Key Chapters of the Bible
Today we dive into one of the most important Psalms! Psalm 2 points us to the reign of our glorious Lord and King, Jesus Christ! It points to the destinies of those who submit to Him and those who reject Him. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentions that Psalm 2 classifies people into two groups. What are those groups? 2. Psalm 2 talks about the Davidic King. The podcast mentions that there is a near fulfillment and a far fulfillment. What are they? 3. Verse 2 mentions the anointed king. According to the podcast, what...
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4/29 Psalm 1 - The Way of the Righteous
Key Chapters of the Bible
Should we listen to the advice of people who do not walk with God? We'll discuss this and more as we dive into Psalm 1 and see the profound, life-guiding gems this psalm has to offer us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What did the podcast say about general structure to the Book of Psalms? Look over your own Bible; how does it format and organize the psalms to reflect some of this structure? 2. The podcast explained that the Book of Psalms is often classified as “Wisdom Literature”. How does this genre help us understand how the psalms are arranged and what...
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4/28 Job 42 - Repentance & Restoration
Key Chapters of the Bible
The Book of Job asks some of life's most challenging questions... and the answers it gives call us to trust the Lord. But is there any benefit to trusting Him and obeying Him? Definitely! We'll unpack some of those benefits in today's podcast on Job 42: Job's Repentance and Restoration. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentioned that the book of Job addresses questions like, “Why is there so much suffering in this world? What kind of power does Satan have? Can I trust God, even when I don't understand Him?” Are any of these questions ones that have you asked in...
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4/27 Job 38 - When we ask "Why?"
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of life's most universal questions is "Why?" That's the question Job was asking all along, but today we find out that the question he really should have been asking was "Who? Join us for today's study in a powerful passage dealing with questions we sometimes ask. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Although we have blitzed through the book of Job, at this point you probably have a good idea of the situation. What is going on in Job’s life? 2. What kinds of answers did Job’s friends offer? Why were these answers not helpful? What were they based on? How...
info_outlineAll of us are on a spiritual journey, whether we even realize it. While the journey can be difficult, those who are journeying towards the Lord have his grace and protection. Join us as we study Psalm 121 and read about the help the Lord gives to His pilgrims.
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. The podcast explained that this next stretch of psalms were likely read by people as they made their pilgrimages to Jerusalem. How does this historical data point help you understand what this psalm is communicating?
2. If Psalm 121 was read while a person was journeying to Jerusalem, and if that person was to look around at the various hills and valleys, what kinds of things would they have possibly been watchful of? How would it have been important to remember where their help comes from, in verse 1?
3. In verse 2, who gives them help? According to this verse, where has His power already been put on display?
4. As they were journeying to Jerusalem, in what ways could their feet slip? How might verse 3 relate to those kinds of challenges? Is the psalmist ultimately talking about walking, or something more important?
5. If the pilgrims would have to camp along the way to Jerusalem, how would verse 4 provide comfort?
6. As they journeyed in the daylight, how might verses 5 & 6 remind them of the Lord’s watchful care?
7. What hope does verse 7 provide? Is there any situation you’re facing where this verse is a helpful reminder?
8. If this psalm was read by a family making their pilgrimage to Jerusalem, what do you think verse 8 is referring to?
9. As you reflect on this psalm, what place is there for “fear” and “worry” in the heart of God’s people? What principles from this psalm speak to this question?
10. Even though this psalm was read by pilgrims going to Jerusalem, it still relates to us today. Where are you on your journey to the Lord? What principles from this passage speak to situations you’re facing?
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