Psalm 139:17
How precious to me are Your thoughts, O God, how vast is their sum!
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 139:17?

2. How can we value God's thoughts as "precious" in our daily lives?

3. What does Psalm 139:17 reveal about God's omniscience and care for us?

4. How does Psalm 139:17 connect with Jeremiah 29:11 about God's plans?

5. In what ways can we meditate on God's thoughts throughout the day?

6. How can acknowledging God's thoughts influence our decisions and actions?

7. How does Psalm 139:17 reflect God's omniscience and personal care for individuals?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 139:17?

9. How does Psalm 139:17 challenge modern views on human significance?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 139?

11. Can the Bible help someone considering suicide?

12. What is the Bible's stance on telepathy?

13. What does "Precious is the death of His saints" mean?

14. In Job 6:2–3, does the claim that Job’s grief outweighs the sand of the seas present a literal impossibility or exaggerated metaphor?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the preciousness of God's thoughts towards you impact your daily life and decisions?

2. In what ways can you cultivate a deeper appreciation for the vastness of God's wisdom and knowledge?

3. How can the assurance of God's intimate knowledge of you provide comfort in difficult times?

4. What are some practical steps you can take to align your thoughts with God's thoughts as described in the Bible?

5. How do other scriptures, such as Jeremiah 29:11 and Isaiah 55:8-9, enhance your understanding of Psalm 139:17?1. What emotions or thoughts does God's omniscience stir in you?

2. How does the omnipresence of God provide comfort in times of loneliness or hardship?

3. How do you respond to the concept of God knowing every detail of your life?

4. How does knowing you are "fearfully and wonderfully made" impact your sense of self-worth?

5. In what ways have you experienced God's presence in your own life?

6. How does understanding God's intimate knowledge of you influence your decisions and actions?

7. If God knows our every thought, why do you think prayer is important?

8. David invites God to search and test him. How comfortable are you with this idea and why?

9. What does it mean to be led in the 'everlasting way'? How does this apply to your life?

10. How can you apply the self-examination David exhibits in your own spiritual journey?

11. David speaks of darkness not being dark to God. How does this alter your perspective of 'dark' times in your life?

12. How can you better recognize and appreciate God's presence in all places and circumstances of your life?

13. How does acknowledging that God knew your unformed substance impact your view on the sanctity of life?

14. How does this Psalm encourage you to respond to those who are hostile towards God or His people?

15. How does understanding God's omniscience influence your understanding of sin and forgiveness?

16. What can you learn from David's attitude towards God in this Psalm? How can you adopt a similar mindset?

17. What steps can you take to ensure your words and thoughts are pleasing to God, knowing He is always aware of them?

18. How does the truth of God's constant presence influence your actions when you're alone or think no one is watching?

19. How can we apply the concept of being 'fearfully and wonderfully made' in our interactions with others?

20. In what ways does the truth of Psalm 139 shape your approach to life's challenges and opportunities?

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