Psalm 75:7
but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 75:7?

2. How does Psalm 75:7 emphasize God's role in judgment and leadership?

3. What does "He brings one down, He exalts another" teach about God's sovereignty?

4. How can understanding God's judgment in Psalm 75:7 influence our daily decisions?

5. Which other scriptures highlight God's authority in raising and lowering leaders?

6. How should Psalm 75:7 affect our trust in God's plan for leadership?

7. How does Psalm 75:7 reflect God's sovereignty in human affairs?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 75:7?

9. How does Psalm 75:7 challenge the concept of human authority?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 75?

11. What is the Bible's perspective on karma?

12. Psalm 75:2 speaks of God’s perfect timing in judgment, yet history is filled with prolonged injustices; why does justice appear delayed or absent?

13. In 1 Samuel 2:7, where God is said to make people poor or rich, how does this square with observable facts about wealth distribution and free will?

14. Does the account of Abimelech’s violent rule conflict with other Old Testament portrayals of just leadership (Judges 9:22–24)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding God's role as the ultimate judge influence your perspective on current events or personal circumstances?

2. In what ways can you practice humility in your daily life, trusting in God's timing for exaltation?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt either exalted or humbled by God. How did that experience shape your faith and understanding of His sovereignty?

4. How can the examples of God's sovereignty in Daniel 2:21 and 1 Samuel 2:7 encourage you in situations where you feel powerless?

5. What practical steps can you take to align your ambitions and desires with God's will, ensuring that you seek His exaltation rather than self-promotion?1. What does the Psalmist's choice to thank God at the beginning of the Psalm tell us about his faith?

2. How can you apply the principle of acknowledging God's wondrous deeds in your daily life?

3. How does Psalm 75 portray God's sovereignty over the earth and its inhabitants?

4. Can you identify areas of your life where you need to recognize God's sovereignty more fully?

5. What is the significance of God instructing the boastful not to lift their horns against heaven?

6. How can we avoid falling into the traps of arrogance and pride in our own lives?

7. How does the Psalmist's portrayal of God's judgment challenge or support your understanding of God's character?

8. How does the imagery of God's wrath being like a mixed cup of wine deepen your understanding of divine judgment?

9. How might understanding God's judgment as depicted in this Psalm change your attitude towards others?

10. The Psalmist declares he will praise God forever. How can we cultivate this attitude of continual praise in our lives?

11. How does the Psalmist's commitment to singing praises to the God of Jacob inspire you in your personal worship?

12. How can you practically implement the principle of praising God even in difficult circumstances?

13. What does it mean for the 'horns of the wicked' to be cut off and the 'horns of the righteous' to be exalted?

14. How might the promise of the wicked's downfall and the lifting of the righteous offer comfort in present-day injustices?

15. How does Psalm 75 inspire you to trust God's timing and judgment?

16. How can Psalm 75 inform your prayers for situations of injustice around the world today?

17. Reflecting on the whole of Psalm 75, how does it challenge your understanding of God’s sovereignty and justice?

18. How can you apply the lessons of humility and thankfulness from Psalm 75 in your personal relationships?

19. How can this Psalm influence how we should interact with those who are 'wicked' or 'boastful' in our lives?

20. As you reflect on Psalm 75, what actions will you take to demonstrate your faith in God's sovereignty and righteous judgement in your everyday life?

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