Matt showed in Psalm 23 that the Lord is our good and perfect shepherd who guides, cares, and protects us through all seasons of life. Specifically, Matt shared a story of his life where he deeply resonated with the words of verse 4 "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort...
Keep Reading1. How does Psalm 110 help us understand the dual role of Jesus as both King and Priest? How does this dual role impact our relationship with Him? 2. Why do you think Psalm 110 is quoted more than any other psalm in the New Testament? What does this say about its importance in understanding Jesus' identity? 3. Psalm 110 is quoted many times, and used in a varitety of...
Keep ReadingPsalm 103 1. What is praise, and what does it look like to praise God with your entire being, as David desires in Psalm 103? 2. In what ways does reflecting on God's character and actions inspire awe and reverence in your own life? Can you share a specific example? 3. Nate mentioned that "truth amnesia" is a killer of worship. What are some truths about God that you...
Keep ReadingPsalm 98 In verse 1, the psalmist mentions God's "right hand and his holy arm" gaining victory. How do you see God's power and holiness at work in the world today? Verses 2-3 highlight God's salvation and righteousness being revealed to all nations. How does this universal scope of God's salvation impact our approach to sharing the gospel? How does this point to Jesu...
Keep ReadingPsalm 69 1.In Psalm 69, David cries out to God in his distress. How do you usually respond when you feel overwhelmed by suffering or opposition? How can David's example guide us in such times? 2.David's suffering points to the suffering of Jesus. How does reflecting on Christ's suffering change the way you view your own challenges and difficulties? 3.The passage sugge...
Keep ReadingPsalm 47 1.) How has this series on finding Christ in the psalms impacted the way in which you read scripture and understand the beauty and unity of the Bible? 2.) Psalm 47 begins with an emphatic command to triumphantly and boldly glorify God. What does it mean to glorify God triumphantly and boldly in your own life? 3.) What are some personal barriers you face ...
Keep ReadingPsalm 40 In Psalm 40, verse 1 line 1, what is the significance of David "waiting patiently for the Lord?" In what ways did David see God act in his life as response to his cry in verses 1-3? What are the 2 choices that David had, that we have still now in verse 4? Read Proverbs 3:5-6, what arenas of life are hard for you to relinquish to God and trust...
Keep ReadingPsalm 22 1. Opening Lament (Verses 1-2): - What emotions does the psalmist express in the opening verses of Psalm 22? - How do these feelings of abandonment and distance from God resonate with personal experiences of suffering or distress?2. Trust in God (Verses 3-5): - Despite his suffering, the psalmist recalls God's past faithfulness. How does remembering past delivera...
Keep ReadingPsalm 2 1. Pastor Nate mentioned that we will be spending the next two months looking at Psalms that are saturated in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Why is it good for us to look for Christ in the Old Testament? How does the Old Testament help us understand the New Testament? 2. Psalm 2 begins with the sinfulness of man. The nations rage, kings and rulers set thems...
Keep ReadingEphesians 6:21-24 Reflecting on the 61 sermons and 32 1/2 hours of preaching from Ephesians, what is one way that your life has been changed through the preaching of this book? Can you share a specific instance or lesson that has had a lasting impact on you? Tychicus is mentioned as a beloved brother and faithful servant. What qualities do you think made Tychichus ...
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