Psalm 17:8
Keep me as the apple of Your eye; hide me in the shadow of Your wings
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 17:8?

2. How can we seek God's protection as "the apple of His eye" today?

3. What does "hide me in the shadow of Your wings" symbolize for believers?

4. How does Psalm 17:8 connect with God's promises in Deuteronomy 32:10?

5. In what ways can we apply Psalm 17:8 during personal trials?

6. How does understanding Psalm 17:8 deepen our trust in God's care and love?

7. What does "Keep me as the apple of Your eye" signify in Psalm 17:8?

8. How does Psalm 17:8 reflect God's protection in a believer's life?

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

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

11. Why does Psalm 17:8 ask God to treat the psalmist as “the apple of Your eye” if God is supposed to be impartial (Deuteronomy 10:17)?

12. What does "Apple of God's Eye" mean?

13. How can one find refuge under His wings?

14. Why does Psalm 57 portray God with “wings” (Psalm 57:1) if much of Christian doctrine teaches that God is spirit and without physical form?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the phrase "apple of Your eye" enhance your view of God's care for you?

2. In what ways can you seek refuge "in the shadow of His wings" during your daily life?

3. How does David's trust in God amidst persecution inspire you in your current circumstances?

4. Can you identify other biblical instances where God is depicted as a protector? How do these instances reinforce the message of Psalm 17:8?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt God's protective presence. How did it impact your faith and trust in Him?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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