Psalm 119:118
You reject all who stray from Your statutes, for their deceitfulness is in vain.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 119:118?

2. How does Psalm 119:118 warn against straying from God's statutes?

3. What does "reject all who stray" reveal about God's view on disobedience?

4. How can we ensure our hearts remain true to God's decrees?

5. Connect Psalm 119:118 with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God's path.

6. How can we guard against deceit in our spiritual walk today?

7. What does Psalm 119:118 reveal about God's view on deceitful practices?

8. How does Psalm 119:118 challenge the integrity of one's faith?

9. Why does God reject those who stray from His statutes, according to Psalm 119:118?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 119?

11. What causes people to abandon their faith?

12. What does 'falling away' mean?

13. (Psalm 118:22) Is the metaphor of the rejected stone becoming the cornerstone historically verifiable, or is it merely figurative with no real-world basis?

14. What does heterodoxy mean?
Discussion Questions
1. What does it mean to "stray from God's statutes," and how can we guard against this in our daily lives?

2. How does the concept of deceitfulness being "in vain" challenge our understanding of temporary versus eternal consequences?

3. In what ways can we apply the lessons from Psalm 119:118 to our interactions with others, especially in maintaining integrity?

4. How do the additional scriptures (Proverbs 14:12, Jeremiah 17:9, Matthew 7:21-23) deepen our understanding of the dangers of straying from God's path?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt tempted to stray from God's statutes. How did you overcome this, and what role did prayer and scripture play in your decision?1. What does the writer's reverence for God's laws reveal about their faith and understanding of God?

2. How do the various emotions expressed by the Psalmist reflect different aspects of human life?

3. How does Psalm 119 encourage you to approach trials and tribulations in your own life?

4. How does the Psalmist describe the impact of God's word in his life? What does this mean for us today?

5. How can we apply the Psalmist's desire for understanding in our own pursuit of wisdom?

6. What role does prayer play in the Psalmist's relationship with God?

7. How does the Psalmist depict the concept of hope?

8. Why do you think the psalmist has such a strong commitment to God's law?

9. How does the Psalmist's attitude towards God's law challenge our modern view of obedience and law?

10. What practical steps can we take to 'hide God's word in our heart' as expressed in verse 11?

11. In verse 37, the Psalmist asks God to turn his eyes away from worthless things; how can we apply this in our daily life?

12. How does Psalm 119 influence your understanding of the importance of God's commandments?

13. In what ways does Psalm 119 affirm the reliability and trustworthiness of God's promises?

14. How can the principles expressed in Psalm 119 guide our decision-making process in daily life?

15. What actions can we take to follow the Psalmist's example of continual meditation on God's laws?

16. How can the Psalmist's perseverance inspire you in the face of your personal struggles?

17. In what areas of your life do you need to pray for discernment as the Psalmist did in verse 66?

18. How can Psalm 119 be a source of comfort during difficult times?

19. How does the Psalmist's love for God's law shape his outlook on life and personal identity?

20. How can the lessons from Psalm 119 inspire us to a deeper relationship with God through the study and application of His laws?

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