Psalm 141:3
Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 141:3?

2. How can we "set a guard" over our mouths in daily conversations?

3. Why is it important to "keep watch" over the door of our lips?

4. How does Psalm 141:3 connect with James 3:5-6 about controlling the tongue?

5. What practical steps help us align our speech with biblical principles?

6. How can prayer assist in guarding our speech according to Psalm 141:3?

7. How does Psalm 141:3 guide Christians in controlling their speech and actions?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 141:3?

9. How does Psalm 141:3 reflect the broader themes of the Book of Psalms?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 141?

11. Psalm 141:3 – What scientific or psychological basis supports the metaphor of God acting as a literal guard over someone’s speech?

12. What does the Bible teach about controlling speech?

13. Psalm 141:5 – Why would a “strike” or rebuke from the righteous be considered a kindness, when other biblical passages seem to discourage violence?

14. What does the Bible say about using foul language?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's request for God to guard his mouth reflect his understanding of human nature and the power of words?

2. In what ways can we practically apply the principle of guarding our speech in our daily interactions?

3. How does the teaching in James 3 about the tongue relate to David's prayer in Psalm 141:3?

4. What role does prayer play in helping us control our speech, and how can we incorporate this into our spiritual disciplines?

5. How can we hold each other accountable in our speech within our Christian communities, and what are some practical steps to do so?1. How does David describe his prayers to God in verses 1-2, and what does this signify about his relationship with God?

2. Reflect on verse 3. How can we apply David's prayer to our daily speech and actions?

3. How does the Psalmist's plea for God to guard his mouth and heart relate to the dangers of the modern world and social media?

4. David asks not to be tempted by evil in verse 4. In what ways are you tempted, and how do you seek God's guidance in these situations?

5. What does verse 5 reveal about David's openness to correction from righteous individuals? How can we incorporate this humility into our lives?

6. How can we apply David's approach in verse 5-7 to accept rebuke from others and learn from our mistakes?

7. In a world full of wickedness, how can we keep our focus on God as David does in verses 7?

8. How does verse 8 highlight the importance of dependence on God for deliverance?

9. How can you identify the "traps of the wicked" in your life as mentioned in verses 9-10?

10. In what ways can the prayer in verse 10 be used as a prayer for protection in your life?

11. How does David's trust in divine justice inspire you in the face of wrongdoing?

12. How can you employ the principles of this Psalm to navigate the moral complexities of contemporary society?

13. What does this Psalm teach us about the role of personal responsibility in spiritual growth?

14. How does Psalm 141 encourage you to seek divine guidance during personal crisis?

15. How can we cultivate the kind of spiritual vigilance that David displays in this Psalm?

16. How might the desire to walk in righteousness impact our daily choices?

17. In what ways does this Psalm highlight the power of prayer in seeking protection and guidance?

18. What are some practical ways to implement the lessons from this Psalm into your daily life?

19. How does this Psalm inform your understanding of God's protection from the influences of evil?

20. In reflecting on this Psalm, how would you define the relationship between personal prayer and communal accountability?

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