Psalm 35:22
O LORD, You have seen it; be not silent. O Lord, be not far from me.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 35:22?

2. How can we trust God to "see" and "hear" our struggles today?

3. What does Psalm 35:22 teach about God's awareness of our injustices?

4. How does Psalm 35:22 connect with God's justice in Romans 12:19?

5. How can we apply God's attentive nature in Psalm 35:22 to prayer life?

6. How does trusting God's awareness in Psalm 35:22 impact our daily actions?

7. How does Psalm 35:22 challenge our understanding of divine justice and human suffering?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 35:22?

9. How does Psalm 35:22 reflect the theme of God's silence in times of distress?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 35?

11. What does 'Jehovah Jireh' mean?

12. What is the Bible's stance on population control?

13. (2 Samuel 16:10-12) Does David's acceptance of Shimei's cursing contradict other texts where blasphemy or cursing of God's anointed is forbidden?

14. Psalm 55 depicts a God who intervenes quickly, yet other biblical texts describe God as silent or distant. How can these verses be harmonized?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's plea in Psalm 35:22 reflect his relationship with God, and how can we cultivate a similar relationship in our own lives?

2. In what ways can we be assured that God sees and understands our personal struggles, as David expresses in this Psalm?

3. How does the theme of divine justice in Psalm 35:22 connect with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament about loving our enemies?

4. What practical steps can we take to ensure we are seeking God's presence and intervention in our daily challenges?

5. How can we apply the principle of waiting on God's timing for justice in situations where we feel wronged or attacked?1. What does David's plea in Psalm 35 reveal about his relationship with God?

2. How can David's approach to dealing with his enemies be applied in contemporary conflicts or disagreements?

3. Discuss the implications of verse 10, "Who is like you, O Lord..." in the context of the psalm and your personal life.

4. How does Psalm 35 address the theme of unjust suffering? How does this apply to modern situations?

5. What role does prayer play in this Psalm, and how might it influence your personal prayer life?

6. How does David express his confidence in God's justice despite facing adversity?

7. How can we find consolation in God's justice, as reflected in Psalm 35, during personal struggles?

8. Discuss the contrast between David's treatment of his enemies and their treatment of him. What can we learn from this?

9. What does Psalm 35 teach us about dealing with false accusations or misjudgments?

10. How does David's promise to praise God publicly in verses 18 and 28 inspire you in your personal worship?

11. Explore the emotional journey David undergoes in this psalm. How does this resonate with your life experiences?

12. In what ways can Psalm 35 serve as a model for prayers during times of personal distress?

13. Discuss the theme of divine vindication as depicted in Psalm 35. How can we reconcile this with the New Testament's teachings on forgiveness and reconciliation?

14. How can you apply the lessons from Psalm 35 to develop a stronger faith during trying times?

15. What does this Psalm teach about God's character, specifically His justice and power?

16. How do you interpret the imprecations in Psalm 35 in light of Jesus' teachings about love and forgiveness?

17. In what ways does the narrative of Psalm 35 reflect the larger story of the Bible, particularly the struggle between good and evil?

18. Discuss how the theme of Thanksgiving in Psalm 35 can be integrated into daily living.

19. How does Psalm 35 help you understand the human experience of distress and the faith-based response to it?

20. How might the plea for vindication in Psalm 35 inspire you to stand for justice in your community?

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