Psalm 2:8
Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 2:8?

2. How does Psalm 2:8 encourage us to pray for global evangelism efforts?

3. What does "ask of Me" reveal about God's willingness to grant requests?

4. How does Psalm 2:8 connect to the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19?

5. How can we apply the promise of inheritance in Psalm 2:8 today?

6. What role does faith play in claiming nations as an inheritance from God?

7. How does Psalm 2:8 relate to the concept of divine inheritance and authority?

8. What historical context supports the promise in Psalm 2:8?

9. How does Psalm 2:8 influence Christian views on evangelism and mission?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 2?

11. What does being an heir mean in the Bible?

12. What does the Bible mention about America?

13. If Psalm 66:4 states all nations worship God, why do so many cultures follow different deities or no deity at all?

14. Is he the King of the Jews?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the original Hebrew context of "inheritance" and "possession" deepen our comprehension of God's promise in Psalm 2:8?

2. In what ways does the promise of Psalm 2:8 encourage us to engage in global missions today?

3. How does the fulfillment of Psalm 2:8 in Jesus' life and ministry impact our understanding of His authority and kingship?

4. What practical steps can we take to align our prayers with God's promise to give the nations as an inheritance to His Anointed One?

5. How can the assurance of Christ's ultimate reign over the nations influence our response to current world events and challenges?1. How does Psalm 2 challenge our perception of power and authority in the world?

2. Reflect on a time when you felt like the rulers of this world were against God. How does Psalm 2 provide comfort or assurance in such situations?

3. How does the rebellion of the kings and rulers in verses 1-3 reflect the state of our world today?

4. How does God's reaction to the rebellion of the nations (verses 4-6) alter our understanding of His sovereignty?

5. In what ways can we interpret the divine promise to the Anointed One (verses 7-9) in the context of the New Testament and Christ's mission?

6. How does Psalm 2 deepen our understanding of the relationship between God the Father and the Messiah?

7. How does the warning and the promise in verses 10-12 encourage you to change your attitude or behaviour?

8. How does the concept of divine wrath contribute to your understanding of God's character?

9. In what ways can you seek refuge in God during times of personal or societal turmoil?

10. What does it mean to serve the Lord with fear and rejoice with trembling (verse 11)?

11. How can you apply the lessons of Psalm 2 to your everyday life?

12. How does Psalm 2 contribute to our understanding of the consequences of rejecting God's authority?

13. How can Psalm 2 encourage believers in their evangelistic efforts?

14. In what ways can Psalm 2 guide our prayer life in times of political or societal upheaval?

15. How does the promise of the Messiah's dominion over the earth (verse 8) give you hope for the future?

16. How can the message of Psalm 2 strengthen your faith in God's ultimate control over world events?

17. What does it mean for you personally to take refuge in the Son (verse 12)?

18. How does the promise of blessing for those who take refuge in God (verse 12) provide comfort in your present circumstances?

19. How can the church today heed the warning given to the kings and rulers in Psalm 2?

20. In the current societal context, what does it look like to break the chains and throw off the shackles (verse 3) from God’s perspective and from the world’s perspective?

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