Psalm 138:3
On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 138:3?

2. How does Psalm 138:3 encourage us to seek God's strength in prayer?

3. What does "You answered me" reveal about God's responsiveness to our prayers?

4. How can Psalm 138:3 inspire confidence in God's support during trials?

5. Connect Psalm 138:3 with another scripture emphasizing God's strength in weakness.

6. How can you apply "made me bold and strong" in daily challenges?

7. How does Psalm 138:3 demonstrate God's response to human prayer and need for strength?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 138:3?

9. How does Psalm 138:3 align with the overall theme of divine intervention in the Bible?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 138?

11. What does 'God will strengthen you' mean?

12. What does "God will strengthen you" mean?

13. In Psalm 131:3, how can we reconcile the call for Israel to trust forever with the nation's historical periods of exile and suffering?

14. How do we reconcile Psalm 83:4's call to wipe out Israel with God's promises of protection in other passages like Genesis 12:3?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's experience of calling on God and receiving an answer encourage you in your own prayer life?

2. In what ways have you experienced God making you bold and strengthening your soul in times of need?

3. How can the assurance of God's response to our prayers influence our daily walk with Him?

4. What other biblical examples can you think of where God answered someone’s call and provided strength or boldness?

5. How can you apply the principle of calling on God in your current life situation, and what steps can you take to trust in His faithfulness more deeply?1. How does Psalm 138 encourage us to respond to God's love and faithfulness?

2. In what ways does David display humility in his relationship with God?

3. How does the Psalmist's perspective on God's omnipotence and omnipresence influence his faith and actions?

4. How can we apply the concept of God's "divine condescension" in our lives, as depicted in verses 6-7?

5. How does this Psalm affirm the power of God's word?

6. How can we relate to David's expression of praise in our current circumstances?

7. How can we see God's deliverance in our lives, as highlighted in verse 7?

8. How does David’s experience with God’s response to his prayers (verse 3) reflect in your personal prayer life?

9. In verse 8, David displays confidence in God's continued work. How does this resonate with you?

10. How does Psalm 138 inspire you to face current challenges or hardships?

11. How do the themes of this Psalm apply to your understanding of God's character?

12. In a world that values self-reliance, how can Psalm 138 help us understand the importance of dependence on God?

13. How does David's depiction of God's interaction with the lowly and the proud (verse 6) challenge societal views of success and status?

14. How can you personally apply David's level of trust and assurance in God’s unfailing love?

15. How does verse 5 inspire you to share the word of God with others?

16. How can understanding God's supremacy, as mentioned in verses 4-5, influence our interaction with worldly powers?

17. How can the themes in this Psalm guide us in our prayers?

18. How does David's commitment to praise God in His holy temple inspire our personal and communal worship?

19. How does David's praise for God's steadfast love and faithfulness influence your understanding of God's grace?

20. What practical steps can you take to incorporate the principles of Psalm 138 in your daily living?

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