1. What is the meaning of Psalm 69:17?

2. How does Psalm 69:17 encourage us to seek God's presence in distress?

3. What does "do not hide Your face" reveal about God's nature?

4. How can Psalm 69:17 guide our prayers during difficult times?

5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's responsiveness to our cries for help?

6. How can we apply Psalm 69:17 to strengthen our faith in trials?

7. What does Psalm 69:17 reveal about God's responsiveness to human suffering?

8. How does Psalm 69:17 align with the theme of divine mercy in the Bible?

9. Why is the plea for God's face to shine significant in Psalm 69:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 69?

11. If Psalm 17:15 suggests seeing God's face, how does that reconcile with passages stating no one can see God and live (Exodus 33:20)?

12. Psalm 69:20 says the psalmist's heart was broken by scorn--what external evidence supports such severe distress in David's life?

13. How does Psalm 80:4-5 align with the image of a benevolent God when He supposedly 'feeds' and 'drinks' His people with sorrow and tears?

14. In Psalm 80:12-13, why would an omnipotent God remove His protection, allowing enemies to ravage His chosen people?1. How does David's plea in Psalm 69:17 reflect his relationship with God, and what can we learn from it about our own prayer life?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are not creating barriers that might cause God to "hide His face" from us, as mentioned in Isaiah 59:1-2?

3. How can we cultivate a sense of urgency in our prayers without becoming anxious or impatient?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt in distress. How did turning to God in prayer change your perspective or situation?

5. How does identifying as a servant of God, as David does, influence the way we approach God in prayer and in our daily lives?1. How does the metaphor of 'deep waters' in Psalm 69 apply to contemporary life situations? Provide personal examples.

2. In what ways can we relate to the Psalmist's feelings of distress and despair in today's world?

3. How does the Psalmist's transparency about his sins inspire you to approach God in honesty and humility?

4. How does the Psalmist's cry for justice mirror our longing for justice in our society today?

5. What does Psalm 69 teach about dealing with those who scorn and ridicule us because of our faith?

6. How can you apply the Psalmist's patience in enduring suffering in your own life?

7. How does the Psalmist's expression of trust amidst adversity challenge your own faith during hard times?

8. How do you perceive the Psalmist's shift from lamentation to praise? What does this suggest about the relationship between suffering and worship?

9. In what ways does Psalm 69 encourage you to pray for divine intervention in times of extreme hardship?

10. How does the anticipation of divine justice in Psalm 69 resonate with contemporary societal issues?

11. In the Psalm, the writer still praises God despite his suffering. How does this influence your perspective on gratitude in times of difficulty?

12. What does the imagery of God saving Zion and rebuilding Judah's cities represent for you in a modern context?

13. How can you apply the concept of God's steadfast love as presented in Psalm 69 in your daily life?

14. How does Psalm 69 encourage believers to remain steadfast in their faith, even when God's intervention is not immediate?

15. In what ways does Psalm 69 inspire believers to hope for better days amidst adversity?

16. How does the Psalmist's plea for divine proximity in verse 18 resonate with your own desires in times of distress?

17. How does the Psalmist’s admission of his suffering impact your understanding of the role of vulnerability in your spiritual journey?

18. In verse 6, the Psalmist expresses concern for others who seek God, not wanting to be a stumbling block. How does this apply to your own spiritual influence on those around you?

19. The Psalmist expresses a future hope for Zion and Judah. How can this concept of hope inspire individuals dealing with hopelessness today?

20. In your opinion, what is the most powerful verse in Psalm 69, and why? How can you apply this verse to your current life situation?

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