Psalm 115:3
Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 115:3?

2. How does Psalm 115:3 affirm God's sovereignty in our daily lives?

3. What does "He does as He pleases" reveal about God's authority?

4. How can Psalm 115:3 strengthen our trust in God's plans?

5. Connect Psalm 115:3 with Romans 8:28 regarding God's will and purpose.

6. How should God's sovereignty in Psalm 115:3 influence our prayer life?

7. How does Psalm 115:3 affirm God's sovereignty over human affairs?

8. Why does Psalm 115:3 emphasize God's ability to do as He pleases?

9. How does Psalm 115:3 challenge the concept of free will?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 115?

11. Is Calvinism considered heretical by some Christians?

12. What does "God is in control" mean?

13. What is the permissive will of God?

14. Is God in complete control?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding God's sovereignty as described in Psalm 115:3 impact your daily decision-making and trust in Him?

2. In what ways can you align your prayers with the acknowledgment that "He does as He pleases"?

3. How can the assurance of God's sovereignty bring comfort during times of uncertainty or difficulty?

4. Reflect on a time when you saw God's sovereign hand at work in your life. How did that experience strengthen your faith?

5. How can you encourage others to trust in God's sovereignty, especially when they are facing trials or doubts?1. How does Psalm 115 illustrate the difference between the living God and idols?

2. What is the significance of God doing as He pleases in the heavens and on the earth?

3. What does Psalm 115 teach us about the danger of idolatry in our own lives?

4. How can we apply the lessons about trust from verses 9-11 in our daily life?

5. What kind of blessings are mentioned in verses 12-15 for those who trust in God?

6. How does the Psalmist's pledge to trust in God inspire your faith journey?

7. What does it mean that the heavens belong to God, but the earth has been given to man?

8. Why is it important to praise God while we live, according to verse 17-18?

9. How can we recognize and remove idols in our contemporary life?

10. How do the themes of this Psalm apply to your current circumstances?

11. How does the depiction of idols in this Psalm help you understand the emptiness of worldly pursuits?

12. In what areas of your life do you struggle to fully trust God? How does this Psalm encourage you to deepen your trust?

13. What does this Psalm teach us about God's faithfulness and love? How have you experienced this in your own life?

14. How can we ensure that we are a blessing to our future generations, as mentioned in the Psalm?

15. How does Psalm 115 encourage you in your faith when facing trials and tribulations?

16. In what ways can you actively reject the 'idols' of our time?

17. How does the concept of God being our 'shield' provide comfort and security?

18. How does this Psalm resonate with your understanding of God's supremacy?

19. How can this Psalm inspire us to live our lives in a way that glorifies God?

20. What steps can you take to strengthen your faith, based on the teachings of Psalm 115?

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