Psalm 17:5
My steps have held to Your paths; my feet have not slipped.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 17:5?

2. How can we ensure our "steps have held to Your paths" daily?

3. What does Psalm 17:5 teach about God's guidance in our lives?

4. How does Psalm 17:5 connect with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God?

5. In what ways can we avoid "slipping" in our spiritual walk today?

6. How can Psalm 17:5 inspire us to seek God's direction in decisions?

7. How does Psalm 17:5 guide a believer's daily walk with God?

8. What historical context influences the interpretation of Psalm 17:5?

9. How does Psalm 17:5 reflect the theme of divine guidance?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 17?

11. How does the psalmist’s reliance on personal righteousness (Psalm 17:5) align with New Testament teachings about salvation by faith and not by works (Ephesians 2:8–9)?

12. What does it mean to walk circumspectly?

13. How does a lamp guide my path?

14. How can I fully devote myself to God?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's commitment to God's paths in Psalm 17:5 inspire you in your own walk with God?

2. In what ways can you ensure that your "feet do not slip" in your daily life and decisions?

3. How do the additional scriptures connected to Psalm 17:5 enhance your understanding of walking in God's paths?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt your steps were aligned with God's guidance. What was the outcome, and how did it impact your faith?

5. How can you apply the principles of Psalm 17:5 to a current situation in your life where you need God's guidance and protection?1. How does Psalm 17 deepen our understanding of prayer in the face of adversity?

2. Reflect on the description of the wicked in verses 10-14. How does this compare to modern depictions of wickedness in society?

3. How does David's plea for justice in verses 1-5 relate to current social justice movements?

4. How does Psalm 17 inform our understanding of divine justice?

5. In what ways can you seek to mirror David's righteousness as described in this Psalm?

6. How does the imagery of God's protection in verses 6-9 resonate with your personal experiences?

7. How can the yearning for God's presence, as expressed in verse 15, shape our spiritual journey?

8. How can David's faith in God's deliverance inform your response to personal challenges?

9. How does David's plea in Psalm 17 reflect on the nature of his relationship with God?

10. How can we apply the teachings of Psalm 17 in our daily life?

11. In what ways can the contrast between the wicked and the righteous in Psalm 17 inform societal ethics?

12. Discuss the role of divine protection in maintaining spiritual well-being based on Psalm 17.

13. What does Psalm 17 teach about perseverance in faith during times of distress?

14. How can the trust David demonstrates in God inspire believers today?

15. Discuss how David’s request for God’s intervention reflects his view on God’s sovereignty.

16. How does Psalm 17 address the concept of ultimate satisfaction in God's presence?

17. In what ways does Psalm 17 inspire believers to live a life pleasing to God?

18. What life situations have led you to plead with God for justice, and how does this Psalm speak to those experiences?

19. What do you learn about the nature of God from David's requests and expressions in this Psalm?

20. How might Psalm 17 inform your actions when faced with individuals who act wickedly?

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