Psalm 22:18
They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 22:18?

2. How does Psalm 22:18 foreshadow the events of Christ's crucifixion?

3. What significance does "divide my garments" hold in the context of prophecy?

4. How does John 19:24 fulfill the prophecy in Psalm 22:18?

5. How can understanding Psalm 22:18 strengthen our faith in biblical prophecy?

6. How should believers respond to seeing prophecy fulfilled in the New Testament?

7. How does Psalm 22:18 foreshadow the crucifixion of Jesus in the New Testament?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Psalm 22:18?

9. Why is the prophecy in Psalm 22:18 significant for Christian theology?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 22?

11. Psalm 22:18 – Is the description of dividing garments by casting lots a verifiable historical detail, or a narrative retrofitted to match the crucifixion story?

12. What is the significance of Journey to the Cross?

13. What is the significance of Journey to the Cross?

14. What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the fulfillment of Psalm 22:18 in the New Testament strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

2. In what ways can understanding Christ's suffering and humiliation deepen your appreciation for His sacrifice?

3. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in the life of Jesus encourage you to trust in God's sovereignty over your own life?

4. What are some practical ways you can find comfort in knowing that Jesus understands your suffering and loss?

5. How can the example of Jesus' trust in God's plan during His crucifixion inspire you to trust God in difficult circumstances?1. How do you relate to David's feeling of abandonment in verses 1-2?

2. What can we learn from David's remembrance of God's faithfulness to his ancestors in times of despair (verses 3-5)?

3. In your life, how have you handled mockery or scorn due to your faith, as David did (verses 6-8)?

4. How does David's unshakeable faith, despite his situation, inspire you (verses 9-10)?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt surrounded by 'enemies.' How did your faith influence your response (verses 11-18)?

6. How does this Psalm help you understand the role of prayer during times of crisis (verses 19-21)?

7. What are the ways you testify of God's goodness in your life (verses 22-24)?

8. How do verses 25-31 inspire you to invite others to praise God?

9. In Psalm 22, David moved from lament to praise. What does this teach you about the nature of faith?

10. What is the significance of David's prophecy about future generations (verse 31)?

11. In what ways does Psalm 22 encourage you to maintain hope in seemingly hopeless situations?

12. How can you apply the lessons from Psalm 22 to a current situation in your life?

13. How does Psalm 22 change your perspective on suffering and deliverance?

14. Why do you think David continued to express his faith in God despite feeling abandoned?

15. How can Psalm 22 guide us in responding to personal trials in our day-to-day lives?

16. How can we use David's experiences in Psalm 22 to help others who might be going through a similar situation?

17. How does Psalm 22 inform our understanding of the concept of sacrifice and redemption?

18. What lessons can we learn about community from David's call to collective worship?

19. How does Psalm 22 enhance your understanding of the relationship between lament and praise?

20. How can we use the insights from Psalm 22 to strengthen our faith and commitment to God?

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