God the Judge - Psalm 82
Questions for further reflection:
1) Why is bad leadership so common?
2) Why does God make an indictment against the leaders?
3) What is God's sentence against the leaders?
4) Can you resonate with Asaph in v. 8? Why or why not?
5) Why is it hard to be just, righteous, and impartial?
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Help and Hope - Psalm 146
Questions for further reflection:
1) Two distinctions are made in this psalm, trusting in princes or trusting in God. How do we know if our trust is in a prince versus God?
2) According to v.3 of Psalm 146, we are instructed to not trust in “princes.” When was/is a time in which you put your trust in a prince?
3) In what ways does our psalmist show the blessing of a person who puts their hope in God?
4) Psalm 146 begins and ends with praises and hallelujah. In what ways can we praise God? Are there certain ways you feel you praise God or ways you fall short in praising God?
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God’s Steadfast Love - Psalm 107
Questions for further reflection:
1) When have you seen the Lord be good?
2) How can you keep yourself being thankful for the giver more than the gift?
3) Notice vv. 9, 16, 22, and 32 end each section differently. How does that help direct you in applying this Psalm to your life?
4) Why do we struggle to thank God when storms come?
5) What do you need to pay attention to from this Psalm since the Psalmist is telling us to consider and give thanks?
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God Restores - Psalm 30
Questions for further reflection:
1) What is David's sin and what is the result of his sin?
2) Why does David cry out to the Lord?
3) Why does David praise the Lord? What has the Lord done for him?
4) Why are verses 4-5 so important for you?
5) When have you experienced what verses 4-5 declare?
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Teach Us To Number Our Days - Psalm 90
Questions for further reflection:
1. How often do you meditate on your mortality?
2. What evidences [SIC]* of the "arrogance of 'immortality'" do you see lingering in your life?
3. Which of the four "cries to God" found in the end of the passage/message speak most to you?
4. Do you have--or do you see around you--a "retirement from discipleship" mentality? Where is God nudging you to get active in discipleship right now?
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To You I Lift Up My Soul - Psalm 25
Questions for further reflection:
1) Why is it hard to turn to the Lord when there are external afflictions
2) What internal needs are you being challenged by where you need the Lord's guidance?
3) Why does David declare God's character through these trials?
4) Where do you need to trust the Lord?
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How Long, O Lord? - Psalm 13
* Due to technical difficulties Jordan's sermon was not recorded.
Thankfully he had preached this sermon at Candeo Church a few weeks prior.
This is the sermon he preached at Candeo. *
Questions for further reflection:
1) What are some times in your life when you've been confused with how God is working or were waiting for Him to act?
2) What are we supposed to do when we are in crisis or in a spot where we don't know what to do?
3) As you think back on your life, how have you seen God's faithfulness?
4) What is a truth about Who God is or what He has done that you need to remember and reflect on today?
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King of Judgment or Refuge? - Psalm 2
Questions for further reflection:
1) Why do you not like being told what to do?
2) Why does God laugh at those who are against Him?
3) How can you join in with making the nations Jesus's heritage?
4) How can you grow in wisdom?
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A Gracious God - Psalm 78
Questions for further reflection:
1) Why is it important to tell of God's work?
2) Who has reminded you of God's work in the past?
3) What can cause you to forget God's work?
4) How has God provided for you by grace?
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Our Holy God - Psalm 99
Questions for further reflection:
1) Do you tend to view God as distant King or close Father?
2) What do you understand holiness to be and how should that impact you?
3) How do you see God near you in holiness?
4) How can you respond in worship?
5) What habits can you implement to call on the Lord and listen to Him more often?
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Our God is a Mighty Fortress - Psalm 46
Questions for further reflection:
1. What gets your attention?
2. What do you see about God's character?
3. How is God's power and strength an encouragement to you?
4. What can you do to be an encouragement to someone else today and this week?
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