Psalm 145:9
The LORD is good to all; His compassion rests on all He has made.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 145:9?

2. How does Psalm 145:9 reveal God's character towards all His creation?

3. What actions can we take to reflect God's compassion in our lives?

4. How does Psalm 145:9 connect with Jesus' teachings on loving others?

5. In what ways can we show kindness to all, as God does?

6. How can understanding God's compassion deepen our relationship with Him?

7. How does Psalm 145:9 align with the existence of suffering and evil in the world?

8. Does Psalm 145:9 suggest God's goodness extends to all people, regardless of their actions?

9. How do historical interpretations of Psalm 145:9 influence modern Christian theology?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 145?

11. If God is perfectly good, why did He create a world where sin is inevitable?

12. (Psalm 145:9) If God is truly “good to all,” why does widespread suffering and evil persist throughout human history?

13. In 1 John 1:5, God is described as having no darkness at all. How do we reconcile a perfectly good deity with the evil and suffering observed in the world?

14. How do the severe punishments in Deuteronomy 28 compare with the portrayal of a merciful God in other parts of the Bible (e.g., Psalm 145:9)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding God's universal goodness impact the way you view people who are different from you?

2. In what ways can you demonstrate God's compassion in your community this week?

3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's goodness in your life. How can this testimony encourage others?

4. How does the concept of God's goodness to all challenge or affirm your understanding of His character?

5. What practical steps can you take to be a better steward of God's creation, reflecting His goodness and compassion?1. How do the attributes of God described in Psalm 145 influence your view of Him?

2. How can you practically implement David's pledge to extol God every day in your own life?

3. What does it mean to you that God's greatness is "unsearchable"?

4. How can you actively pass on the knowledge of God's wondrous acts to the next generation, as suggested in verses 4-7?

5. How have you experienced God's abundant goodness and righteousness in your life?

6. Verses 8-9 describe God as slow to anger and rich in love. How does this impact your understanding of God's character?

7. In the context of the present day, how do you see God's compassionate care extending to all His creations?

8. How do the ideas of God's everlasting kingdom and His enduring dominion resonate with your understanding of world events?

9. How does acknowledging God's support and provision, as highlighted in verses 14-16, affect your approach to personal challenges?

10. Verses 17-20 contrast God's protection of those who love Him with His condemnation of the wicked. How does this influence your understanding of divine justice?

11. How does the closing verse, a call for all to bless God's holy name, inspire your personal worship?

12. How can the practice of daily praise, as modeled by David in this Psalm, bring transformation in your life and relationships?

13. How can the values and attitudes expressed in Psalm 145 guide our responses to current social issues?

14. What lessons can you draw from this Psalm to apply in your interactions with others?

15. How does Psalm 145 deepen your understanding of the relationship between God's majesty and His compassionate care?

16. In what ways does the psalmist's recognition of God's character as both mighty and merciful influence your faith journey?

17. How can the theme of generational faith transmission in Psalm 145 be relevant in today's digital age?

18. What practical steps can you take to uphold those who are falling around you, as God does according to verse 14?

19. How does Psalm 145 inform your understanding of God's role in providing for our daily needs?

20. How can we apply the psalmist's attitude of continual praise to God in the midst of life's challenges and triumphs?

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