Psalm 136:20
and Og king of Bashan--His loving devotion endures forever.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 136:20?

2. How does Psalm 136:20 demonstrate God's enduring love and faithfulness to Israel?

3. What lessons can we learn from God's actions in Psalm 136:20?

4. How does Psalm 136:20 connect with God's promises in Deuteronomy 7:9?

5. How can we apply the message of Psalm 136:20 in our daily lives?

6. What does Psalm 136:20 teach about God's power over earthly rulers?

7. Why does Psalm 136:20 mention Og, king of Bashan, specifically?

8. What historical evidence supports the existence of Og, king of Bashan?

9. How does Psalm 136:20 fit into the overall theme of God's enduring love?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 136?

11. What does the Hebrew word 'hesed' mean?

12. Who was Og, King of Bashan?

13. Psalm 136:19-20 records the defeat of Sihon and Og; do nonbiblical sources confirm these conquests, or could they be mythological exaggerations?

14. Throughout Psalm 136, God's mercy is repeatedly emphasized; how does this reconcile with other biblical passages depicting divine wrath and judgment?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the defeat of Og, king of Bashan, demonstrate God's power and sovereignty in your life today?

2. In what ways can you apply the concept of God's "enduring loving devotion" to your current circumstances?

3. How does the account of Og's defeat encourage you to trust in God's promises, even when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges?

4. What are some practical steps you can take to ensure your actions align with God's will, as the Israelites did in their conquest?

5. How can recalling past instances of God's faithfulness in your life help you face present and future challenges with confidence?1. How does the repetitive phrase "His mercy endures forever" enhance the impact of this Psalm?

2. Reflect on a situation where you experienced God's mercy enduring in your life. How did it change your perspective or actions?

3. What connection can you draw between the creation narrative in this Psalm and the creation story in Genesis?

4. How does the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt resonate with the concept of spiritual freedom in the New Testament?

5. Why do you think the psalmist chose to mention specific kings—Sihon and Og?

6. How does this Psalm encourage a sense of thankfulness in your daily life?

7. How does the historical recounting in the Psalm relate to your understanding of God’s love and mercy?

8. What does the phrase "God remembered us in our low estate" mean to you personally?

9. How can you apply the theme of God's sovereignty and mercy in your day-to-day life?

10. How can the lessons from this Psalm guide your actions in dealing with injustice or oppression?

11. How does the narrative of this Psalm shape your understanding of God’s character?

12. In what ways can you incorporate the Psalm's spirit of gratitude into your interactions with others?

13. How does the imagery of the heavens and the earth in this Psalm reflect the omnipresence of God's mercy?

14. What can you learn about the nature of God from His dealings with the Israelites as depicted in this Psalm?

15. How would your perspective on life change if you truly embraced the concept that God's mercy is everlasting?

16. How does the story of the Israelites' journey resonate with your personal spiritual journey?

17. In the face of adversity, how can you draw strength from the message of God's unchanging mercy in this Psalm?

18. How can this Psalm inspire a deeper sense of awe for God's creation?

19. How can the themes in this Psalm guide you in making ethical decisions?

20. What practical steps can you take to remember and express gratitude for God's enduring mercy?

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