For Sunday, November 1, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, November 1, 2009.

1) Psalm 102
What does this Psalm say about humanity’s condition? What does this Psalm say about God?

2) Psalm 102:1-11
What problem was the Psalmist experiencing? Any guesses? Name some of the ways he described his situation. How can we have the confidence to call on God for help like the Psalmist did in verses 1-2?

3) Psalm 102:12-28
How does the tone change from the first part of the Psalm to these verses? What changed -- the situation or something else? What did the Psalmist know for sure about God?

4) Psalm 102:25-27
What do these verses say about God? How would life be different if God wasn’t eternally the same, if He changed?
Hebrews 1:10-14; Malachi 3:6; James 1:17; Matthew 24:35
Use these verses to praise God for His unchanging nature.

　

　

　

For Sunday, October 25, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, October 25, 2009.

1) Psalm 73 was written by Asaph. What do you know about him?
1 Chronicles 16:1-5; 1 Chronicles 25:1-2
What would Asaph’s modern professional title be? What was in his job description?

2) Psalm 73:1-15
What was bothering Asaph? What was his “evidence?” When have you felt this way?

3) Psalm 73:16-28
When did Asaph get his answer? What did he learn about God? Can you think of a time when God has transformed your perspective through worship?

4) Asaph wrote Psalm 50, and 74-83, also. Choose one and read it. Then, answer the following questions:
What was the purpose or main theme of this Psalm? What does Asaph say about God in this Psalm? Does this Psalm have any similarities to Psalm 73?

　

　

　

For Sunday, October 18, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, October 18, 2009.

1) Psalm 56:1-13
What decision did David make regarding his fears? Who or what frightens you the most? When has God rescued you?

2) 1 Samuel 21:10-22:1
This the background story of Psalm 56, after David has gone on the run to escape from King Saul’s jealousy and murder attempts.
What did God teach David about Himself during this difficult time? What has God taught you about Himself during a difficult time?

3) Psalm 56:3-4; Psalm 31:14; Psalm 9:10; Romans 8:31
How do these verses change or influence the way you face your fears?

4) Matthew 8:23-27
How did Jesus act in this fearful situation? How was He able to act this way? How did the disciples act in this situation?
What can we learn from Jesus’ and the disciples’ example about facing fears?

　

　

　

Bible Study / Prayer Gathering

Saturday, October 17
4:30-7:30
Potluck Dinner
Bible study, led by our special guest, Ben Foxworth, and class prayer gathering
At the Wade's house
The whole family is welcome. (Kids will play downstairs while adults meet upstairs.)
Questions? Ask Leanne or Joy

For Sunday, October 11, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, October 11, 2009.

1) Psalm 51
What is the main purpose of this Psalm? How do you relate to David’s description: my sin is always before me?” When have you experienced the loss of the joy of your salvation? Why is having a steadfast spirit so important in your walk with God?

2) 2 Samuel 11-12:14
This is the background story to Psalm 51. Where in the order of events do you think David wrote this Psalm? How did David’s attitude and focus change from the beginning of chapter 11 to the point of writing this Psalm?

3) Psalm 51:1-4
What did David base his request for forgiveness on?
Psalm 103:8-14
What attributes of God did David know (learn by experience)?

4) Romans 6:2; 1 John 1:8-2:2
Have you been honestly and humble before God about your sin lately? Use Psalm 51 as a guide for prayer, confessing your sins today.