Psalm 22:7
All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads:
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 22:7?

2. How does Psalm 22:7 foreshadow the mocking of Jesus in the Gospels?

3. What emotions might David have felt when writing Psalm 22:7?

4. How can we respond to mockery as seen in Psalm 22:7?

5. Which New Testament events reflect the scorn described in Psalm 22:7?

6. How does understanding Psalm 22:7 strengthen our faith during personal trials?

7. How does Psalm 22:7 foreshadow the crucifixion of Jesus?

8. Why do people mock the psalmist in Psalm 22:7?

9. What historical context explains the ridicule in Psalm 22:7?

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

11. Overall - How can Psalm 22 be a prophecy of Jesus' crucifixion if crucifixion was not a known form of execution at the time of the psalm's composition?

12. What is the meaning of mocking God?

13. If Jesus is God, why did He say, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” on the cross (Matthew 27:46)?

14. If Jesus is God, why did He say "My God, My God, why have You forsaken me?" on the cross (Matthew 27:46)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the mockery faced by David and Jesus help us deal with ridicule in our own lives?

2. In what ways does the fulfillment of prophecy in Psalm 22:7 strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

3. How can we apply Jesus' response to mockery in our interactions with those who oppose or ridicule us?

4. What are some practical ways to find hope and encouragement in the midst of suffering and mockery?

5. How can we use the example of Christ's suffering to encourage others who are facing similar trials?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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