Psalm 72:15
Long may he live! May gold from Sheba be given him. May people ever pray for him; may they bless him all day long.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 72:15?

2. How can we daily "pray for him continually" as Psalm 72:15 suggests?

3. What does "may he live" in Psalm 72:15 reveal about Christ's eternal reign?

4. How does Psalm 72:15 connect with 1 Timothy 2:1-2 on prayer for leaders?

5. In what ways can we offer "gold from Sheba" in our worship today?

6. How does Psalm 72:15 inspire us to support and honor godly leadership?

7. What does Psalm 72:15 reveal about the nature of prayer and intercession for a king?

8. How does Psalm 72:15 reflect the relationship between wealth and divine blessing?

9. In what ways does Psalm 72:15 connect to the messianic expectations in the Old Testament?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 72?

11. What is the Bible's view on poverty?

12. How can Psalm 72:5 claim a mortal king will endure 'as long as the sun and moon' when that seems scientifically and historically implausible?

13. Psalm 112:3 declares that the righteous will enjoy wealth and riches; how does this reconcile with devout individuals who remain poor and persecuted throughout history?

14. If Psalm 72 is traditionally attributed to Solomon but also seen as messianic, how do we reconcile conflicting interpretations with other Old Testament texts?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the prayer for the king in Psalm 72:15 reflect the qualities of an ideal leader? How can we apply these qualities in our own leadership roles?

2. In what ways can we, as a community, actively support and pray for our leaders today?

3. How does the prosperity symbolized by the gold from Sheba relate to our understanding of God's blessings in our lives?

4. What are some practical ways we can bless and encourage our leaders, both in prayer and action?

5. How do the themes of Psalm 72:15 connect with the New Testament teachings on praying for those in authority? How can this shape our prayer life?1. How does the description of the king's role in Psalm 72 reflect on our expectations of modern-day leaders?

2. How can we apply the call to defend the poor and needy in our lives today?

3. The Psalmist prays for righteousness and justice. How do you understand these concepts in today's context?

4. How does Psalm 72 encourage us to pray for our leaders?

5. How does this Psalm's depiction of peace challenge or confirm your understanding of peace?

6. Reflect on the statement "all nations will be blessed through him". How can we contribute to this blessing in our globalized world?

7. What qualities of the ideal king depicted in Psalm 72 resonate with you most, and why?

8. How does Psalm 72 serve as a prophecy for the Messiah?

9. How can we reconcile the vision of a universal kingdom in Psalm 72 with the reality of the world's divisions today?

10. How can we ensure that we value the lives of the needy and afflicted, following the example of the king in Psalm 72?

11. How does the prosperity described in Psalm 72 differ from modern concepts of wealth and prosperity?

12. How can we echo the Psalmist's praise and adoration in our worship today?

13. What does the enduring legacy of the king's name in Psalm 72 teach us about our actions and their long-term impacts?

14. How can the ideal of social justice presented in Psalm 72 inform our actions in our communities?

15. What insights from Psalm 72 can be used in praying for national and international leaders?

16. How does Psalm 72 challenge you to participate in God's mission of justice and peace in the world?

17. What role does the theme of servitude play in this Psalm, and how can this be applied to our lives today?

18. How does the depiction of divine leadership in Psalm 72 compare with the leadership seen in the world today?

19. How can the prayer for divine justice and righteousness in Psalm 72 influence your personal prayers?

20. How can we work towards making the vision of Psalm 72 a reality in our world today?

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