Psalm 80:18
Then we will not turn away from You; revive us, and we will call on Your name.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 80:18?

2. How can we "call on Your name" daily in our prayer life?

3. What does it mean to "turn back" to God in Psalm 80:18?

4. How does Psalm 80:18 relate to repentance in the New Testament?

5. In what ways can we ensure our faithfulness to God as described here?

6. How can Psalm 80:18 inspire us to encourage others in their faith journey?

7. What does Psalm 80:18 mean by "call on Your name" in a spiritual context?

8. How does Psalm 80:18 relate to the concept of spiritual revival?

9. What historical events might have influenced the writing of Psalm 80:18?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 80?

11. Psalm 80:18 implies Israel’s unwavering devotion once revived; however, biblical accounts frequently show Israel backsliding. Is this consistent, or is it poetic exaggeration?

12. Exodus 18:1 calls Moses' father-in-law 'Jethro,' yet Exodus 2:18 refers to him as 'Reuel.' Are these two names for the same person, or is this a contradiction?

13. (Psalm 145:16) If God 'satisfies the desire of every living thing,' how do we explain rampant hunger, disease, and poverty around the world?

14. Who was Fanny Crosby and what are her hymns?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the metaphor of a vineyard earlier in Psalm 80 enhance our understanding of Israel's relationship with God and their need for revival?

2. In what ways can we, as modern believers, ensure that we do not "turn away" from God in our daily lives?

3. How does the concept of calling on God's name in Psalm 80:18 relate to the New Testament teachings on prayer and relationship with God?

4. What practical steps can we take individually and as a church community to seek revival and spiritual renewal today?

5. How do the themes of repentance and revival in Psalm 80:18 connect with the broader biblical account of redemption and restoration?1. How does Psalm 80 reflect the human condition during times of extreme hardship?

2. Discuss the significance of the repeated request: "Make your face shine upon us, that we may be saved".

3. How does the metaphor of the vineyard illustrate Israel's relationship with God?

4. How can the Psalmist's acceptance of God's anger inform our response to suffering today?

5. In what ways can the themes of Psalm 80 be applied in your life currently?

6. How does the psalmist's continual call for God's intervention demonstrate faith and resilience?

7. What does Psalm 80 suggest about God's relationship with His people, and how can that be reflected in your personal relationship with God?

8. How does the Psalmist leverage past deliverances to plea for current intervention?

9. How can you embody the same unwavering devotion that the Psalmist promises to God in the face of adversity?

10. What does the reference to the "Son of Man" in verse 17 suggest about Messianic hopes in Israel?

11. In what ways can we relate the Psalmist's prayers for restoration to modern prayers for societal or personal healing?

12. How does the Psalmist balance acknowledging God's wrath and pleading for His mercy?

13. Discuss the significance of the tribes mentioned in Psalm 80. What might they represent?

14. How does Psalm 80 challenge us to reflect on our spiritual journey?

15. How might you use the concepts in this Psalm to offer comfort to someone in a difficult situation?

16. How does the repeated refrain (verses 3, 7, 19) serve to structure and emphasize the key message of the Psalm?

17. Explore the role of divine intervention in both the narrative of Psalm 80 and in your personal life.

18. How can Psalm 80 serve as a model for your own prayers during times of hardship?

19. What does the idea of God as a shepherd mean to you, and how does it provide comfort in times of uncertainty?

20. How does Psalm 80 offer a perspective on the role of suffering and deliverance in spiritual growth?

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