Key Chapters of the Bible

Join us for a daily podcast going through the Key Chapters of the Bible! Pastor Russ explains each chapter and how it fits into God's message for us today. You can start today, or jump back to Genesis and catch up! Don't forget to subscribe!

6/4 Isaiah 1 - Repent & Return 06/04/2025

6/4 Isaiah 1 - Repent & Return Today we begin our study of Isaiah! Isaiah is an incredibly important book in the Bible and today we'll give a quick overview of the book of Isaiah and his message to us repentance and faithfulness to our faithful God. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The name “Isaiah” means “The Lord is salvation”. According to the podcast, why is that a great summary of the Book of Isaiah? How does God’s covenant relate to the theme that the Lord is our salvation? 2. Based on the podcast, what is a prophet? Likewise, what is the “office” of a prophet? Do you remember what the podcast said was the difference between “foretelling” and “forthtelling”? What are those differences? What were these differences for? 3. Verse 1 tells us that Isaiah prophesied during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. Generally speaking, what was going on during this time? 4. Read over verse 2. What does this verse mean? Why do you think that the Lord has Isaiah begin on this point here? 5. In verse 3, who is the “Israel” that is being spoken about? What do we learn about them from this verse? 6. Read over verses 4 to 6. In verse 4, how were the people weighed down in iniquity? In verses 5 & 6, what was the result of their sin? 7. Verse 9 & 10 makes the amazing comparison between Israel and Sodom and Gomorrah. From what you know about Genesis 19, what happened in Sodom and Gomorrah? Why is verses 7 to 9 warning the people that they are at risk of the same judgment as those infamous cities? 8. In verses 11 to 15, what religious acts were rejected by the Lord? Why did He reject them? In our world today, how might a person have a similar mindset in their religion and likewise be rejected by the Lord? 9. Clearly Israel has been rebelling against the Lord and they are about to face His judgment. Yet the Lord gives them a path of repentance in verses 16 & 17. What does He tell them to do? Why? What would it take for them to carry out this kind of righteous pursuit from now on? 10. Verse 18 is a heartwarming verse reflecting God’s heart for His people. What does He tell them? In verse 19, what does He promise them? 11. Verses 21 to 23 return to the theme of Israel’s sin. What sinful things were the people doing? What righteous things were they not doing? 12. In verse 25 & 26, what is the relationship between God’s judgment and their purification? Why would we want to submit to this kind of “refining fire” in our own life? 13. In verse 27, when God redeems His people, by what means will He redeem them? 14. In verses 28 to 31, what will be the fate of those who are not redeemed? In light of their sins, why is this fate “just” and deserved? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36839290

6/3 Ecclesiastes 12 - A Wise Finish 06/03/2025

6/3 Ecclesiastes 12 - A Wise Finish As we've been working through God's Wisdom; today we turn to Ecclesiastes chapter 12. Although this is the final chapter of this book of wisdom, Solomon's wise conclusions are just as relevant today, as they were when he first wrote them. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Who is the likely author of the Book of Ecclesiastes? According to the podcast, at what point of life did he write this book? What path has he taken to arrive at these conclusions? 2. Read verses 1-7. What stage of life is Solomon referring to? Why is it important to follow God when we’re young and not just when we’re at the later stages of our life? 3. What does the term “vanity” mean in verse 8? What does Solomon mean by saying that “ALL is vanity”? What is he referring to? 4. According to verse 11, what are wise words liken to? How are they like this? In your own life, do wise words have this effect on you? Why or why not? 5. In verse 12, what is the danger of “many books”? What could “many books” be compared with in our day? Is there a danger, in your life, of reading too many “books”? 6. Verse 13 sums up the whole book by saying “The conclusion, when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments.” From what you know of Solomon’s life, why is this final conclusion so surprising? Why do you think he eventually came to this conclusion? Have you come to this conclusion yourself, yet? Why or why not? 7. Verse 14 provides the reasons for Solomon’s conclusions in verse 13. Why should we always be aware of the fact that “God will bring every act to judgment”? Think about that word “every”. How should the fact that God will bring your “every” act under judgment change how you live? 8. Verse 14 has an added layer of meaning for those whose sins have been cleansed by Christ. How does the fact that Jesus has paid the penalty of your “every” sin change how you live? 9. As we wrap up our short study in Ecclesiastes, are there any life-corrections that you need to make in light of this key chapter in God’s Word? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36808500

6/2 Proverbs 31 - Wise Women 06/02/2025

6/2 Proverbs 31 - Wise Women Proverbs 31 is known for its instruction for an Excellent Wife. Although this chapter can be intimidating, today, we'll discuss how God will give wisdom to anyone who desires to follow these wise words in their home. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Verse 1 tells us that the proverbs in this chapter were the words of King Lemuel. According to the podcast, who might he be? Ultimately, do we need to know his identity? 2. Proverbs 31 can be pretty intense. Yet, verse 1 tells us who first taught these principles to King Lemuel. Who was that? Does this help us accept these truths? Ultimately, should that matter to us? 3. In verse 3, why do you think Lemuel’s mom warns the king about giving his strength to women? What does this look like? According to verse 3, why is this a problem? 4. What is being warned about in verses 4 to 7? According to these verses, who should not be drinking wine or strong drink? Why? In these verses, what exception is given as a sensible use of alcohol? What might be a modern application of this principle? 5. Verses 8 & 9 speak of the influence that kings have. Who (or whom) should they be using their influence for? What might this look like in our day and age? 6. The podcast mentioned that verses 10 to 31 form an acrostic in the Hebrew language. Why do you think King Lemuel’s mother gave him these principles in this acrostic format? How important do you think this acrostic was for him to remember this all those years later? 7. Read over verses 10 to 31. a. What principles do you see regarding how a wise wife relates to her husband? b. What principles relate to how she handles her children? c. What principles relate to how she handles her home? 8. If you’re a wife, take a moment and evaluate how your own life conforms (or does not conform) to these principles. Are there any areas where you need to improve? 9. If you’re not a wife, read over verses 10 to 31 and write down the principles that are generic enough that the principle relates to everyone. Are there any principles here that are exclusive to wives? 10. As you reflect on the principles of the Wise & Excellent Wife, is this standard “impossible”? As you reflect on how we have any spiritual growth, what spiritual realities must be present within a person to live according to this chapter? How might you grow in these spiritual realities, in order that you may grow in the principles from this chapter? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36808480

6/1 Proverbs 18 - Wise & Godly Words in the midst of Conflict 06/01/2025

6/1 Proverbs 18 - Wise & Godly Words in the midst of Conflict Most of us face conflict from time to time and God's Word tells us there IS a way to speak with wisdom, even in conflict. Today we'll work through Proverbs 18 and learn about how to work through conflict with God's wisdom. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Hopefully, you’ve already read Proverbs 18. Take a moment and make a note of which verses address godly speech. How many did you find? Why do you think godly speech is so important for having godly wisdom? 2. In verse 1, why is it foolish to quarrel against wisdom? Why do people sometimes “stomp off” when faced with wisdom? How is this a reflection of verse 2, where that person just wants to “reveal their own mind”? 3. What are the benefits of wise words in verse 4? What is the danger of foolish words in verses 6 & 7? 4. How are whispering words described in verse 8? What do you think the author means by “whispering words”? 5. In verse 13, how might a person give an answer “before he hears”? Why do you think this would be folly and shame to him? 6. What is the principle of impartiality in verse 17? Why is this a key aspect of gaining wisdom? 7. According to verse 20, what is the fruit of wise words? 8. According to verse 21, what are the dangers of evil words? 9. As you reflect on this quick study of Proverbs 18, which principles of these verses most describes you? Are there any areas that you need to work on, that you might be a person who speaks with wise and godly words? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36796490

5/31 Proverbs 16 - Making Wise Decisions 05/31/2025

5/30 Proverbs 3 - The Riches of Wisdom 05/30/2025

5/30 Proverbs 3 - The Riches of Wisdom God has given His people wonderful riches of wisdom. Join us as we dig into Proverbs 3 and discover the riches God has for us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Today’s podcast on Proverbs 3 opened by explaining how a key message throughout scripture is that of obedience to the Lord. The podcast then explained how various biblical teachers explain obedience with different terms such as holiness, or righteousness, etc. How is “wisdom” another way of characterizing “obedience to God”? Does your life reflect wise obedience to God? 2. Read over verse 1. What does a parent typically mean when he or she calls upon their children to remember what they’re saying? What promise does Solomon give in verse 2 for listening to him? Why would this promise be valid? 3. In verses 3 & 4, what is the value of kindness? How would you define kindness? How does a person maintain an attitude of kindness towards others? What impact would this have on the world, if everyone walked around with an attitude of kindness towards their fellow man? 4. Read verses 5 & 6. What does it mean to “trust in the Lord”? What other places might we be tempted to trust, instead? What promise does Solomon give to those who trust the Lord? Why would this promise bear out in the lives of these people? What does it mean to “lean” on something? Why is it a danger to lean on our own understanding of things? What is the antidote to leaning on our own understanding? 5. How are people tempted to be wise in their own eyes (as stated in verse 7)? Why would people begin to think that they “know better” than God? Why might this become a hindrance to obeying the Lord? 6. What is the gist of verses 9 & 10? What does it mean to “honor” the Lord from our wealth? Is this talking about “amounts” or “heart attitudes” or something else? How is it possible to give towards the Lord’s work in a way that dishonors Him? Are you honoring the Lord from your wealth right now? 7. In verses 11 & 12, why is it a blessing to receive discipline from the Lord? Has the Lord ever disciplined you? Was your reaction similar to the exhortation in these verses? Why or why not? 8. Read over verses 13 to 24. What are some of the riches and blessings that come from knowing and obeying wisdom? 9. What kind of confidence does verse 25 & 26 exhort us to have? Where does this confidence come from? Can a person disobey God and still have this kind of confidence? Why or why not? 10. In verses 27 to 30, how might a person “withhold good” to those whom it is due? What might this look like in your life today? 11. Read over verses 31 to 35. What is God’s view of the wicked and foolish? Why should we, also, have to have this view of these kinds of people? Where might we be tempted to envy or admire the wicked and foolish? What is the danger of that kind of thinking? 12. Take a few moments to reflect on Proverbs 3. What verse(s) stand out to you as a gem of wisdom you can carry with you throughout your day today? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36764890

5/29 Proverbs 1 - The Way of Wisdom 05/29/2025

5/29 Proverbs 1 - The Way of Wisdom What is wisdom and how do we get it? Join us today as we begin our study in the Book of Proverbs and mine out God's true wisdom for life! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. How would you define wisdom? What does it look like? What does it accomplish? How does a person gain wisdom? 2. The podcast mentioned that the book of Proverbs is “Gnomic Literature.” What is “Gnomic Literature,” and why is that important when applying the countless promises that are in the book of Proverbs? 3. The podcast explained that the Hebrew word for wisdom is “chokmah” which also means “skill” and that wisdom is “skill for life.” How is this different from your understanding of wisdom? Does this affect your hope that you could be able to gain more wisdom? 4. The podcast suggested reading the Book of Proverbs very slowly, perhaps even only a few verses a day and then meditating on them. Why would this be a helpful way to study this important book? 5. Going on to Proverbs 1, verses 2 – 6 tell us what this book is intending to accomplish. What are they? Which of these benefits are you in most need for today? 6. According to verse 7, where must we start in our endeavor to grow in knowledge? In your understanding, why must we start here? What would be the danger of starting in other places? 7. According to verse 7, what is the mindset of fools? Why do they think this way? In terms of your own walk, does your life more align with the first half of verse 7, or the second? 8. In verses 8 & 9, what are the promises of pursuing wisdom? 9. Look over verses 10-15, what are the warnings of aligning with the unrighteous? What kind of harm can befall us when we walk with “sinners”? 10. What does a wise person do in verse 20? How is this different than the fool or the sinner that this chapter has warned about? 11. Why do you think that verses 20-33 personifies wisdom as a woman? What is she like in these verses? What does she promise? What does she warn about? 12. How should we respond to wisdom’s reproof in verse 23? How do people tend to respond, instead? 13. What is the final promise in verse 33? Why do you think this promise holds true for those who listen to wisdom? 14. Think about your own approach to wisdom. Are you a person who listens to the wise counsel of others? If so, what does that look like in your life? If not, what might have to change in your thinking so that you would align with God’s instructions? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36764830

5/28 Psalm 150 - Cultivating Praise 05/28/2025

5/28 Psalm 150 - Cultivating Praise We know we're supposed to worship God, but sometimes it's a challenge. Today we look at Psalm 150 and talk about several key principles to worshiping our Lord in spirit and truth. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast began by citing John 4:23 & 24 where Jesus said, “But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers. God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” What does it mean to worship God in our spirit according to Hid truth? Since this is what God seeks, would you say that a worshipful attitude characterizes you and your life? 2. The podcast mentioned that the word “praise” has a wide range of meaning that can be boiled down to admiration and speaking well of someone. This word “praise” occurs in every verse for a total of 13 times in 6 verses. What does this tell you about the importance of you personally speaking well of God to Him? How is this principle reflected in your private worship? How about your worship with your church community? 3. Keeping with the idea of “praise” meaning to speak well of the Lord, how is that principle demonstrated in verse 2? What are we to speak well about with God in this verse? How about taking a moment to reflect on “mighty deeds” that God has done (either in your life, the Bible, etc)? How is God “excellently great”? 4. The podcast mentioned that it’s important that we praise God in truth about things that are true about Him. Why is truth so important? How would a person’s praise be limited by not knowing truth about God or for praising Him for things that are not true about Him? 5. Verses 3 – 5 talk about praising God with various instruments. Do you know how to play any of these (or their modern equivalents)? Are you using that skill to worship God? How does putting praise to music deepen our connection with what we’re celebrating about God? 6. Have you ever arrived at church, or some other setting where God’s people were worshiping Him, and you didn’t arrive with a heart of praise? Does verse 6 give wiggle room for that kind of thinking? How might a person, who’s having an off day, bring their spirit around to worshipping God? 7. Finally, the last couple of key chapter episodes have focused on worship. Why is this instruction necessary? Is praise and worship automatic? Why or why not? 8. In light of the priority of worship in God’s Word, how might you increase the priority of praise and worship in your own life? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36704960

5/27 Psalm 147 - Gems of Worship 05/27/2025

5/27 Psalm 147 - Gems of Worship There are so many things we can praise God for, we sometimes get stuck just choosing something to celebrate about Him. Today, we're turning to Psalm 147 and mining out a whole set of gems that are worthy of celebrating about our God. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast opened with a question about the places where our mind goes when we’re not paying attention to what we’re thinking. When your mind is on cruise control, what do you tend to think about? How can you develop the habit of increasingly filling your thoughts with praise? 2. Psalm 147 has three paragraphs. Each paragraph opens with a similar theme. Looking over verses 1, 7 and 12. What is that theme? What response it this psalm expecting from us? 3. Verse 1 tells us that it is pleasant to praise the Lord. When is God’s praise pleasant to you? When is it not? When it’s not pleasant to praise God what does that likely reveal about your mindset at that time? 4. The podcast pointed out that Isaiah 57:10 tells us that the Lord creates the praises of our lips. When you think about the Christian walk, how can a person better position themselves to benefit from God’s work in this way? 5. How might verse 2 shed some light on when this psalm was written? If it was written during difficult times, how does this make the overall theme of “praising the Lord” become that much more surprising? Why? 6. When you read verse 3, what does this tell you about God’s love, compassion and care for you? How might you put yourself in a position to receive His ministry to you? 7. Verse 4 tells us that God numbers the stars and gives names to al of them. Since there are over a septillion starts (yes, that’s a real number), what does this tell us about the breadth of God’s mind? What does verse 5 tell us about His understanding? 8. Why should thanksgiving accompany your praises? In terms of percentages, what percentage of your prayer life is devoted to thanksgiving? How can you make thanksgiving a greater part of your prayer life? 9. What are some practical things to praise God for in verses 8 & 9? Does your worship ever consist of thanking God for these kinds of things? 10. Verses 10 & 11 gives us an important principle regarding the perspective of God. In these verses, what is He NOT impressed by? What does He favor? Why? 11. Think about the points being made in verses 13 - 18. What are modern equivalents of these things? How can you convert God’s provision of these things, to your worship and praise of Him? 12. As we finish our study of Psalm 147, how about reading back through this passage and pull out one gem to praise God for throughout your day. Which one have you chosen? As you anticipate how your day will unfold, how might you praise God for this item, throughout your day? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36704955

5/26 Psalm 139 - Fearfully Made, Wonderfully Known 05/26/2025

5/25 Psalm 133 - A Song for Unity 05/25/2025

5/25 Psalm 133 - A Song for Unity Relationships are not easy, and yet when we have harmonious relationships, it's something to celebrate. Join us for a light-hearted study in Psalm 133 as we look at the importance of unity and how to find it and how to maintain it. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Today’s study is about unity. How would you define unity? What is it based on? What sustains unity? What breaks it? 2. How does verse 1 characterize unity? Since we know that David wrote this psalm, where were some places where we know he did not experience this kind of unity? 3. Although verse 2 might seem a bit gross to us, precious oil was an important part of their ancient culture. How was oil used? What did it signify? How would its aroma be something people would want to have on them? 4. Why does David compare it to the dew of Mount Hermon? Why would dew have been a blessing in that part of the world? How would its cool waters refresh the people? How is this a picture of unity? 5. The podcast took some time to read over John 17. Why do you think the Lord prayed for the unity of His people in verses 21 to 23? According to John 17:15, who seeks to divide God’s people? What are some of his tactics? How can God’s people be on guard against him? 6. Is there any place of disunity in your life? If so, how are you contributing to the problem? Are there any changes you can make to pursue unity with those around you? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36696155

Psalm 127 - A Song for the Home 05/24/2025

Psalm 127 - A Song for the Home Our homes are a gift from the Lord, but they're also a responsibility. Today we study a joyful psalm and learn how God has entrusted us with an array of things that we must center on Him. Join us for joyful study in a joyful psalm! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What does verse 1 mean when it talks about the Lord building the house? Have you ever seen people try to build their homes without the Lord? What does that look like? What were the long-term spiritual implications of that? 2. In verse 1, who guards the city? Does this verse say that watchmen are not necessary? If not, what is it saying? 3. How often do you rise up early to accomplish more work? In verse 2, what is the “bread of painful labors?” Why is this vain? Have you ever tried to take on more than the Lord has given for you to do? What was the result? 4. Verse 2 talks about the Lord’s provision for His people, even when they’re sleeping. Does this mean that His people don’t need to work? What does it mean? 5. How does Psalm 127 establish the principle that if we’re too busy to have a life centered on the Lord, then we’re busier than He wants us to be? 6. In verse 3, why are children a blessing from the Lord? How is this different from the world’s view of children? If you have children, do you view them as a direct blessing from God? 7. What is the meaning behind verse 4? Why does the author compare children to arrows in the hand of a warrior? 8. Why is a full house a blessing? Is this how the world characterizes full homes? 9. As the podcast was finishing up, it asked several questions: a. Is God part of your home and to what degree? b. Are you looking to Him to watch over you and protect you? c. Are you looking to Him to teach you about parenting? d. Is what you’re trying to produce in your home centered on Him? e. Are there any changes that you need to make in light of your answers to these questions? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36700465

5/24 Psalm 127 - A Song for the Home 05/24/2025

5/24 Psalm 127 - A Song for the Home Our homes are a gift from the Lord, but they're also a responsibility. Today we study a joyful psalm and learn how God has entrusted us with an array of things that we must center on Him. Join us for joyful study in a joyful psalm! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. What does verse 1 mean when it talks about the Lord building the house? Have you ever seen people try to build their homes without the Lord? What does that look like? What were the long-term spiritual implications of that? 2. In verse 1, who guards the city? Does this verse say that watchmen are not necessary? If not, what is it saying? 3. How often do you rise up early to accomplish more work? In verse 2, what is the “bread of painful labors?” Why is this vain? Have you ever tried to take on more than the Lord has given for you to do? What was the result? 4. Verse 2 talks about the Lord’s provision for His people, even when they’re sleeping. Does this mean that His people don’t need to work? What does it mean? 5. How does Psalm 127 establish the principle that if we’re too busy to have a life centered on the Lord, then we’re busier than He wants us to be? 6. In verse 3, why are children a blessing from the Lord? How is this different from the world’s view of children? If you have children, do you view them as a direct blessing from God? 7. What is the meaning behind verse 4? Why does the author compare children to arrows in the hand of a warrior? 8. Why is a full house a blessing? Is this how the world characterizes full homes? 9. As the podcast was finishing up, it asked several questions: a. Is God part of your home and to what degree? b. Are you looking to Him to watch over you and protect you? c. Are you looking to Him to teach you about parenting? d. Is what you’re trying to produce in your home centered on Him? e. Are there any changes that you need to make in light of your answers to these questions? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36696120

5/23 Psalm 121 - Help for the Journey 05/23/2025

5/23 Psalm 121 - Help for the Journey All 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? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36666215

5/21 Psalm 119:113-144 - Spiritual Illumination 05/21/2025

5/21 Psalm 119:113-144 - Spiritual Illumination In order for us to gain understanding and insights into God's Word, He must illumine us. Today we'll dive into Psalm 119:113-144 to see how the Holy Spirit uses His Word to illumine us to increasingly understand Him and His Word and how we might live. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Verse 113 probably surprises us with how it begins with saying that the psalmist hates those who are double-minded. What did the podcast say about the word “hate” and what does it mean in this passage? 2. Look over verses 113 to 120. What does this passage show us about the challenges the author was having with people around him? Have you had similar challenges with people in your life? Why do you think that is? 3. In these verses (verses 113-13), in what way does the psalmist seek to minimize the influence of evildoers in his life? How can we follow similar principles in our lives today? 4. What is the psalmist’s view of the Lord in verse 120? How is this view necessary to live out the principles you have already seen in this psalm? 5. As we move on to verses 121, look over these verses and make note of the psalmist’s requests. What does he ask for? What does this teach us about the Lord’s role in our pursuit of Him? What was the author’s role in all of this? 6. What does the author ask for in verse 125? How is this similar to what he asks for in verses 124, 130 and 144? Why is “understanding” so critical to spiritual wisdom and insight? How do we gain this understanding? 7. Taking what we’ve been talking about so far, what does the psalmist ask for in verse 133? How would the Lord answer this prayer? What does this require of the psalmist, so that he will actually receive this? 8. Look over verses 137-144. How does the author describe the Lord’s character? Why is it so important that we trust in God’s righteousness? Why does that matter for our daily lives? 9. How does the author view himself in verse 141? How do others view him? Have you ever felt this way? How does the psalmist demonstrate, in this psalm, that he has overcome this view? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36650185

5/20 Psalm 119:57-112 - Walking Through Trials 05/20/2025

5/20 Psalm 119:57-112 - Walking Through Trials Trials come the way of all people, and sometimes God has clear reasons why He has allowed them into our lives. Join us today as we continue our study in Psalm 119 and learn how God used trials in his life to draw him to greater spiritual maturity. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The focus of this passage is on walking through trials. Are you going through any trials right now? If so, what? 2. The podcast mentioned that Psalm 119 is the longest prayer in the Bible. What do you notice about this prayer? How is it different than how you pray? 3. In verse 57, what does it mean for the psalmist to say that the Lord is his “portion”? While you might not use this precise language, is this how you walk with the Lord? 4. Verse 57 ends with a promise that the psalmist is going to keep God’s Words. How does he keep this promise in verses 58, 59 and 60? 5. Verse 65 continues the downward tone of this psalm (it won’t turn back up until verse 89). In what ways does this section show us that the psalmist, himself, has endured much pain and difficulty? How does the psalmist respond to these difficulties? Where have you had similar difficulties in life? In what ways can you follow the psalmist’s example? 6. What does the psalmist seek in verse 66? Why does he need this to walk through trials in a spiritually healthy way? 7. In verse 67, what was the psalmist’s spiritual condition, before his affliction? What was his condition afterwards? What is the psalmist’s own estimations of his afflictions in verse 71? Why do you think this transformation happened? How do trials have a way of transforming us? 8. What kind of example does the psalmist want to be in verse 74? How about verse 79? In your own life, what spiritual principles are you modeling for others to follow? 9. In verse 81, what is the psalmist waiting for? How is this particularly poignant, in light of the podcast’s explanation of the phrase, in verse 83, of being like “a wineskin in the smoke”? 10. What kinds of struggles does the author have with people in verses 84, 85, 86 and 87? How might a godly person still have these kinds of struggles with other people? 11. How does verse 89 reflect a shift in tone? Where is the psalmist focused now? What impact would this focus have on his joy? 12. In verse 92, what role did God’s Word have in preserving the author? Why would it have this kind of role? Does it have this role in your life? 13. Look over verses 92-95, what does the psalmist say about how he interacts with God’s Word? What would similar interactions look like in your own life? 14. In verses 99-100, what are the benefits of his study of God’s Word? Have you ever seen these kinds of spiritual realities your own life, or in the people around you? 15. Verse 105 is a famous verse for teaching how to walk according to God’s Word. What did the podcast say about how “lamps” worked back then? How was this a helpful picture of what it means to walk according to God’s Word? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36615225

5/19 Psalm 119: 1-56* - Meditating on God’s Word 05/19/2025

5/19 Psalm 119: 1-56* - Meditating on God’s Word Psalm 119 sets the Word of God right onto our heart and life. Join us in this first of four studies into this important passage that teaches us to love and delight in the Word of God! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. According to the podcast, what is the overarching theme of Psalm 119? What does this theme call us to? 2. According to the podcast, how is Psalm 119 arranged? What is each section arranged according to? In the original Hebrew text, what does every verse start with? How is this helpful for us to understand this psalm? 3. What are the two principles in verse 1? How does this set the tone for the rest of this psalm? 4. Verse 1 mentions blessings for those who walk according to God’s Word. What kinds of blessings have you experienced by walking according to God’s Word? Look over verses 5 to 20. How are these blessings listed in these verses? 5. According to verse 4, what is the origin of God’s Word? What does it tell us about why the Lord has given us these instructions? What is the expectation for what we do with them? How did the Podcast explain that Christians can still keep the principle of these words, even if we’re no longer under this covenant? 6. The podcast mentioned that another key principle in this psalm is the necessity of the Lord’s grace to enable us to live out these principles. How do verses 4 to 40 teach this principle? 7. The podcast mentioned that this section also has much to say about “meditation”. What is biblical meditation? How does the author model meditation in this psalm? 8. Clearly the author is devoted to God’s Word. Why do you think he is so devoted? In what ways is your devotion similar? Is it different in any area? How might you seek the Lord for a change in attitude towards His Word? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36615170

5/18 Psalm 103 - Teaching Ourselves to Worship 05/18/2025

5/18 Psalm 103 - Teaching Ourselves to Worship Worship does not come easily or naturally. For many of us, we have to be very intentional about worship. Amazingly, even David had times when he needed to remind himself of why to worship the Lord. Today we'll study Psalm 103 and look at these crucial reasons we can always worship our glorious Lord. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast explained that Psalm 103 is a “Call to worship” the Lord. What does this mean and why do we need to be summoned to worship Him? 2. What does the phrase “Bless the Lord” mean in verse 1? What is David calling in himself to worship the Lord? What kinds of blessings have we received in verse 5? 3. In verse 2, why does true worship require us to remember how God has benefited us? How has God benefited you? In what way should this lead you to worship Him more? 4. What does verse 3, why does receiving “pardon” from God cause us to worship Him? In what way is pardoning part of our healing? Ultimately, when and where we will be healed? 5. In verses 6 & 7, how can we worship God for His deliverance of the Jews? Why? How does He show us a similar work of deliverance? 6. How is God gracious to us in verse 8? How is His graciousness evident in verse 9? 7. How does verse 10 show us God’s mercy and grace? What does this show us about God’s attitude towards us? 8. How do verses 12 & 13 show us God’s love? How do the terms east and west show us God’s infinite grace and forgiveness? 9. In verses 17 & 18, who is this forgiveness for? Why? How do we enter this relationship with the Lord? 10. In verses 19 - 22, who are we joining with when we worship the Lord? How might this reality affect your private and public worship? How does this help us know that our future will always be oriented to the Lord in worship? 11. As you finish up your study in this psalm, why not look back over it and pull out the specific ways you can worship Him right now. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36602005

5/17 Psalm 100 - A Worshipful Thanksgiving! 05/17/2025

5/17 Psalm 100 - A Worshipful Thanksgiving! We know we're supposed to worship, but sometimes we struggle. Well, today we work through Psalm 100 (and even some earlier psalms) to see how we can join in the worship of our wonderful Lord! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:1. Look at your Bible just below where it says, “Psalm 100”. What do the non-italic words say? What does this tell us about the practical role this psalm might have in our walk with the Lord? 2. What did the podcast say about the context of this psalm, specifically Psalms 93 to 100? 3. Why is worship a critical spiritual discipline in the Christian life? What kinds of things ought we worship God for? How “good” are you at worship? 4. Where do we see people worshipping the Lord in the Bible? What are some of the reasons they worship Him? What example of worship are you setting for those around you? 5. In John 4:23, what did Jesus say the Father seeks? Are you fulfilling what He is seeking? Why or why not? 6. In verse 1, what are some things that we can joyfully and triumphantly celebrate about the Lord? 7. In verse 2, what is the connection between worship of the Lord and service to Him? How are we to serve the Lord, specifically, in verse 2? 8. In verse 3, why is knowledge and truth about God so vital to true worship? What are some truths about the Lord given in verse 3? 9. The podcast mentioned Ps 95:6. According to that verse, what is the posture of the worshipper? What value might these postures have in our worship? Do you ever worship the Lord this way? Why or why not? 10. Back in Psalm 100:3, the psalmist compares us to sheep. What similarities are there between us and sheep? Why is it helpful to recognize these similarities? 11. In verse 4, what public places should we be thanking and praising the Lord? Have you ever publicly thanked God? If so, what for? If not, why not? 12. The final verse of Psalm 100 reminds us of God’s goodness and lovingkindness. Why can all people thank God for these blessings? 13. The podcast mentioned that true worship involves submission to the Lord. Why is submission necessary for true worship? In what ways is your submission to the Lord manifested in worship? 14. The podcast also mentioned that true worship involves knowing God rightly. Why is a correct understanding of the Lord vital to true worship? Can we worship Him rightly if we’re wrong in what we’re praising Him for? 15. As you reflect on this psalm, how about taking some time to privately worship and thank the Lord? Likewise, how about asking the Lord to give you an opportunity today to give Him public worship and thanks? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36601995

5/16 Psalm 91 - God's Protection 05/16/2025

5/16 Psalm 91 - God's Protection Psalm 91 is a favorite passage for soldiers because it reminds them of God's watchful care of His people; yet its promises are for anyone who seeks to follow the Lord. Join us as we study this favorite psalm and reflect of God's protective care! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentioned that Psalm 91 is another example of “Gnomic Literature”. What is “Gnomic Literature,” and how does this genre help us apply the promises of this psalm? 2. This psalm is filled with many promises, but they are not for everyone; only for those who pursue the conditions of this psalm. Verses 1 & 2 give the first of four conditions in this psalm. What is the author declaring about his trust in God? In this verse, what is God like for the author? What does this mean? 3. Going back to verse 1, this is the first of many promises in this psalm. What is this first promise? Why is it foundational to every other promise in this psalm? 4. Read over verses 3 & 4. How would you characterize these promises? What are they promises for? What might be a contemporary application of these principles? 5. In verse 4, what does it mean to be covered with God’s “pinions”? What is a “pinon”? What does this demonstrate about the close care that God has for His people? 6. Read over verses 5 to 7, and 10. What are the promises these verses contain? Are these blanket promises? Why or why not? 7. In verse 8, what will God’s people see? If they are seeing “this” happen to the wicked, what does this mean about them and their standing with the Lord? Why do they have this standing? 8. Verse 9 gives the second of the four conditions in this psalm. What has this person done? What is the significance of the word “for” in this verse? 9. Do verses 11 & 12 sound familiar? If so, why? How was that occasion a misuse of these promises? How might someone misuse these promises today? 10. Verse 14 provides the third condition in this psalm. What is being spoken of in this verse? What does it mean to love God? What does it mean to know His name? What does God promise to those who love Him and know His name? Why can we rely upon this promise? 11. Verse 15 provides the final condition in this psalm. What does it mean to “Call upon the Lord”? Is this the same thing as a person who occasionally asks God for help? How is it different? In verses 15 & 16, what promises does God have for those who call upon Him? 12. When you think of your own walk with the Lord… a. Have you made God your fortress and refuge (vss. 2 & 9)? What does that look like? b. Have you loved God and known His name (vs 14)? How? c. Have you called upon God (vs 15)? When? 13. Where have there been times in your own life when you’ve seen the promises of Psalm 91 fulfilled? When there have been times when life has not gone as you would have wanted or expected, how can you still trust God’s sovereignty in the midst of life’s challenges? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36573720

5/15 Psalm 73 - The Peril of Bitterness 05/15/2025

5/14 Psalm 51* - Finding Forgiveness 05/14/2025

5/13 Psalm 46 - Peace in the Storm 05/13/2025

5/13 Psalm 46 - Peace in the Storm When life's storms come crashing down on us, where can we turn? We can turn to the Lord and look for His protection and provision. Join us today as we dive into a wonderful psalm that gives strength and peace in the storms of life. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Psalm 46 is about finding peace in the midst of major upheaval. Is your world undergoing upheaval? If so, in what way? If a person did not trust God in such a storm, how would they respond? How are you responding differently? 2. How does verse 1 remind us that when we face difficulties, we can find refuge in God no matter what they are? What does the word “refuge” picture? How is this evident (or not evident) in your own life? 3. The “present help” in verse 1 speaks of active, real help from the Lord. Where have you seen the Lord help you in your storms? 4. Why kind of devastation is the psalmist referring to in verses 2 & 3? What might this look like in our lives today? 5. The “selah” at the end of verse 3 is calling us to pause and reflect on what he’s just said. Take a moment and re-read verses 1-3 and summarize what they’re saying here: 6. Verse 4 takes us to a place where there is no storm, no bitterness, no division, or hatred or problems at work, health, etc. Why do we need to remember that such a place exists? According to this psalm, who lives there? How are they being refreshed (in verse 4)? How do we abide “there” even when we live in a fallen world here? 7. How would a river sustain a city in these ancient times? Was there a river flowing into Jerusalem? In verse 5, why was it important for the people of Israel to know that even through there was no river in Jerusalem, the Lord was her sustenance? In practical terms, what does this principle look like for believers today? 8. Even though God’s grace and peace continues in the storm, in verse 6, what do the nations continue to do as well? Why? 9. What is the Lord’s response to the nations in verse 6? What happens with this response? What principle is the author teaching us here? 10. According to verse 7, who is with us? What does verse 7 say about the impact His presence has in our lives? 11. The word “hosts” in verse 7 speaks of armies. What armies does the Lord control? Why is this important for us to remember? 12. Since verse 7 ends with “selah”, how about taking a moment to re-read verses 4-7 and summarizing them here: 13. Why does verse 8 call us to “behold the works of the Lord”? What works might he be referring to? Why does this strengthen our peace in the midst of a storm? 14. What does verse 9 show us about the Lord’s control over the nations? Why is this important, even when the world around us is the source of our storm? 15. Verse 10 calls us to “cease striving”. This could also be translated as “be still”. If we’re to be still, who are we trusting to act on our behalf? In your own live, are you more likely to be striving or being still the storms of your life? What would it look like to be still in these storms? What kind of faith and trust in the Lord is required to be still in this way? 16. Verse 11 repeats the encouragement from verse 7. Why do you think the author repeats himself here? 17. Verse 11 also ends with “selah”. How about taking a moment to re-read and summarize the principles from verses 8-11 here: 18. In your own life, where do you need the Lord’s peace? What principles from this psalm speak to your situation today? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36524110

5/12 Psalm 42 and 43 - Hope Even When Pain Endures 05/12/2025

5/12 Psalm 42 and 43 - Hope Even When Pain Endures Is it possible to find hope in suffering? What if we're in a situation that is not likely to change, how do we find hope then? Join us as we study Psalm 42 and learn about how to walk with God in the midst of ongoing suffering. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Psalms 42 & 43 are about finding hope in the Lord, even when our difficult circumstances aren’t getting better. Have you ever been in a situation where things don’t seem to improve? What did that do to your hope and trust in the Lord? Why do you think it has that kind of an impact? 2. Why do you think the author, in verse 1, starts out comparing his seeking God like a deer seeking water? What might he be saying about his own pursuit of the Lord? Have you ever sought the Lord with this kind of passion? 3. According to verse 2, how is his search going? 4. Although we don’t know the circumstances surrounding this psalm, if the psalmist is writing from exile (as suggested by the podcast) who are these people who are mocking him in verse 3? Why would they be mocking him? 5. If the author is writing from exile, and if he is not a young man, will his situation likely improve? Why or why not? How would that have been a difficult reality for him to work through? 6. Who (or what) is the author addressing in verse 5? What point is he making? How does this show us that we don’t have to listen to our emotions or let them lead us? 7. Verse 7 is giving us a deep, meaningful message that hopefully resonates within all of us. What do you think he’s communicating to us about difficult situations? 8. Verse 8 is filled with hope and trust. How does the psalmist describe his relationship with the Lord? Why would the psalmist still have this kind of a relationship with God, even if God wasn’t doing what he (the author) wanted? Is your trust in the Lord this steadfast? Why or why not? 9. Yet, verses 9 & 10 show that the author was having difficulty making sense of his situation. What kinds of difficulties might he have been facing? 10. Despite these difficulties, what does the author tell his soul in verse 11? Why is this difficult for us to do? What have you learned about how to have victory in these spiritual disciplines? 11. In Psalm 43:1, what is the author calling out for? 12. How is Psalm 43:2 similar to what we have just read in Psalm 42? 13. What is the psalmist asking for in verse 3? Why is he asking for them? 14. In verse 4, where is the psalmist seeking to go? What will he do if the Lord leads him there? 15. Verse 5 repeats similar wording that we saw back in Psalm 42:5 & 11. Why are these principles so vital to trusting God, even when our situation may not improve? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36524090

5/11 Psalm 37 - Walking in God's Will 05/11/2025

5/11 Psalm 37 - Walking in God's Will One of the most frequent questions is "What is God's will for my life?" To answer that question, we might even be tempted to flip through scripture looking for anything that might help us. Well, flip no further! Today's study in Psalm 37 provides guidance and comfort and encouragement to those who would seek to follow God's will for their lives. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. In verses 1 & 2, why should God’s people not fret because of evildoers and wrongdoers? How do verse 9, 10, 15, 17, 20, 28, 34, 36 and 38 add to this idea? 2. What is the exhortation of verse 3? In your situation, what does trust in the Lord look like? What does “doing good” look like? How can you “dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness”? 3. In verse 4, what promise does the Lord have for those who delight in the Lord? Is this a blanket promise that we’ll always get what we want? Why or why not? 4. In your life, what does “delighting in the Lord” look like? 5. In verse 5, what does it look like for a “way” to be committed to the Lord? What are some symptoms of a life that is not committed to Him? What is the promise in verses 5 & 6 for those who do commit their way to Him? 6. In verse 7, what does it mean to rest in the Lord and wait for Him? Why is patience necessary for this? In verse 7, how is fretting an indication that we’re not waiting for the Lord? 7. In verse 8, what are we to cease from doing and forsake? Why? 8. How are the righteous blessed in the following verses? a. Verses 9, 12, 22 and 29: b. Verse 11: c. Verse 17: d. Verse 18: e. Verse 19: f. Verse 23: g. Verse 24: h. Verse 25: i. Verse 28 & 33: j. Verse 30: 9. Where is the source of these blessing found in verses 4, 5 and 6? Why must true blessings come from here? 10. How do the following verses describe one who’s way is established? a. Verse 4: b. Verse 5: c. Verse 7: d. Verse 9 & 34: e. Verse 8: f. Verse 11: g. Verse 14 & 15: h. Verse 21: i. Verse 31: j. Verse 37: k. Verse 39 & 40: 11. When you reflect on all the gems of this psalm, is there anything in your life that more conforms to the principles of wickedness than righteousness? How might you more closely align with the way of righteousness? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36514870

5/11 Psalm 37 - Walking in God's Will 05/11/2025

5/10 Psalm 34 - Hope for the Broken Hearted 05/10/2025

5/10 Psalm 34 - Hope for the Broken Hearted 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 lines of: "A psalm of David when he feigned madness before Abimelech, who drove him away and he departed." What did the podcast explain about the inspiration behind these statements regarding the background and setting of certain psalms? 3. Looking at verse 1, when does David declare that he will bless the Lord? What guidance does this give us about the frequency of how often we praise the Lord? Are there any changes that you need to make in order to be a person who “blesses the Lord at all time” and “whose praises are continually in your mouth?” 4. In verse 3, what does David call us to join with him in doing? How might you fulfill this exhortation in your life today? 5. Verses 4, 6 and 7 all give reasons for David to praise God and magnify Him. What are they? Why should these things cause us to praise the Lord more? 6. The podcast paused to focus on the Angel of the Lord that is mentioned in verse 7. Who is He and what does He do? 7. What attribute of God are we to see in verses 8 & 9? What should this cause us to do? When you face adversity, is this something you do easily or struggle with? Why? 8. Verses 13 & 14 show us the path of life that puts a person in position to receive these promises. What does this path look like? Are you on that kind of path? 9. Who is the Lord listening to in verse 15? How would this kind of person be living if they were in your life situation? 10. In verses 17 to 19, what do we learn about God’s watchful care over the brokenhearted and afflicted? 11. Glance over verses 6, 15, 17, 18 and 20. What does the Lord do for His people in these verses? As you live your day in light of these promises, how can you be the kind of person that receives this watchful care of God? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36514855

5/9 Psalm 32 - The Joy of Forgiveness 05/09/2025

5/9 Psalm 32 - The Joy of Forgiveness 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 your life where you’re currently feeling guilty about? According to this psalm, what are some things you can do right now? 3. Verse 1 mentions the blessings of forgiveness and atonement. What are some blessings these blessings that you can think of? 4. What does verse 2 mean when it talks about the blessings of not having the Lord impute our sin to us? If He does not impute them to us, who are they imputed to? 5. What was David’s heart-condition when he kept silent about his sin? Why would he have experienced this? Have you ever experienced something like this for keeping “silent” about your sin? What should David have done, instead? 6. What did God’s judgment look like in David’s life in verse 4? Why does sin sometimes have this effect in our lives? Why does God’s judgment sometimes take this form? 7. What does David learn to do in verse 5? What does this look like? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36480495

5/8 Psalm 23 - The Lord Is My Shepherd 05/08/2025

5/8 Psalm 23 - The Lord Is My Shepherd 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 shepherd? If Jesus is our shepherd, how should we look to Him and respond to Him? 3. How does the Holman Christian Standard Version render the phrase “I shall now want” in verse 1? How does this help us understand what David means by this phrase? In what ways have you seen the Lord provide for your “wants”? 4. In verse 2, why does the Lord lead His people to green pastures and quiet waters? 5. In verse 3, what does “restore” mean? How does the Lord restore His people? Where has He restored you? 6. What are the “paths of righteousness” in verse 3? According to this verse, why does the Lord guide us down these paths? 7. Will the Lord ever lead you down an unrighteous path? As you consider your own life, are there any “paths” that you need to forsake because they are not righteous? 8. What did the podcast say David means in verse 4, that the Lord walks with him through valleys of the shadow of death? Where have you gone through such a valley? When we go through those kinds of difficult times, how does the fact that God is with us, help us? 9. In verses 5 &6, where is this banquet being held? What is the relationship vibe that you see in these verses? 10. What does verse 6 mean by saying that “only” goodness and mercy will follow us? How does the Lord provide us with this mercy and goodness? 11. All in all, this verse shows the tremendous joy and peace that comes from pure fellowship with the Lord. How does this psalm help you abide in this relationship with God? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36480465

5/6 Psalm 22 - Amazing Prophecies of Christ! 05/06/2025

5/6 Psalm 22 - Amazing Prophecies of Christ! 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 before Jesus demonstrate the authenticity of its prophecy? 3. Verse 1 was quoted by Jesus while He was on the cross. According to the podcast, what were two possible reasons for this? 4. The podcast discussed how many of these verses were fulfilled by Christ on the cross. When were the following verses fulfilled? a. Verse 6: b. Verse 14: c. Verse 16: d. Verse 17: e. Verse 18: 5. Looking over how these verses were fulfilled by Christ on the cross, which prophecy most amazes you? 6. Towards the end of this psalm, David writes about this future victory. What does he say in the following verses: a. Verses 19-21: b. Verse 22: c. Verse 25: d. Verse 27: e. Verse 28: 7. How does the accuracy of fulfillment in the opening section of this psalm help us know that the prophecies at the end of this psalm will also come to pass? 8. How are we part of the fulfillment of verse 31? 9. The fulfillment of these amazing prophecies demonstrates the reality of God’s message in these verses. What does this mean in terms of how we respond to its message? 10. When you consider the weight of these words, how might you live differently knowing they are from God and every word will ultimately come to pass? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from . Special thanks to for providing our theme music. /episode/index/show/keychapters/id/36427410

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