1. What is the meaning of Psalm 85:11?

2. How can we cultivate truth and righteousness in our daily lives today?

3. What does "truth springs from the earth" signify in our spiritual journey?

4. How does Psalm 85:11 connect with Jesus' teachings on truth and righteousness?

5. In what ways can we witness God's righteousness "looking down from heaven"?

6. How can Psalm 85:11 inspire us to pursue justice in our communities?

7. How does Psalm 85:11 reflect the relationship between truth and righteousness in the world today?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 85:11?

9. How does Psalm 85:11 align with archaeological findings from the biblical era?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 85?

11. If the psalm pronounces that the righteous will be vindicated (verse 11), why do many faithful people still suffer injustice without apparent divine intervention?

12. In light of biblical accounts where the righteous do suffer (e.g., Job), does Psalm 91 contradict other Scriptures regarding God's protection?

13. Psalm 85:10-11 - Does the poetic imagery of truth springing from the earth clash with scientific understanding or archaeological findings?

14. How does Psalm 34 claim God protects the righteous (Psalm 34:19-20) if historical records show many righteous individuals still suffer or die?1. How does the imagery of truth sprouting from the earth and righteousness looking down from heaven enhance your understanding of God's interaction with the world?

2. In what ways can you actively participate in allowing truth to "sprout" in your own life and community?

3. How does the concept of righteousness looking down from heaven provide comfort and assurance in your spiritual journey?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced the harmony of truth and righteousness in your life. How did it impact your relationship with God and others?

5. How can the fulfillment of this verse in Jesus Christ inspire you to live out your faith more boldly and authentically?1. How does Psalm 85 exemplify the Psalmist’s faith in God's promises, despite the challenges faced by Israel?

2. What are some examples from your own life where you have witnessed God's mercy and forgiveness?

3. How does the psalmist’s reflection on God's past mercies inspire hope for future mercy and restoration?

4. In verses 4-7, the psalmist pleads for renewed mercy. How can this passage inform your own prayers in times of personal or communal distress?

5. How can you cultivate a sense of attentiveness, as depicted in verses 8-9, to hear God's promise in your life?

6. What does the interplay of God's attributes (love, faithfulness, righteousness, and peace) in verses 10-13 mean to you?

7. How does Psalm 85 affirm the hope and expectation of God’s glory dwelling in the land?

8. How can you apply the message of hope and restoration in Psalm 85 to present-day challenges in your community or the world at large?

9. How might Psalm 85 guide you in seeking God's guidance during difficult times?

10. How can the attributes of God as described in this Psalm provide a template for personal character growth?

11. How does the concept of divine justice in this Psalm relate to modern understandings of justice?

12. How does the Psalmist's patient waiting for God's word inspire your own approach to seeking and hearing God's guidance?

13. What practical steps can you take to promote love, faithfulness, righteousness, and peace in your daily life?

14. How does this Psalm encourage you to balance remembrance of God’s past mercies with anticipation of His future blessings?

15. How can the psalmist’s pleas for mercy and restoration guide your intercessory prayers for your community or nation?

16. What does "God's glory dwelling in our land" mean in a contemporary context?

17. How can Psalm 85's view of righteousness and peace lead to action in your life?

18. In the light of this Psalm, how can we pray for our nations today?

19. How does the vision of love and faithfulness meeting together inspire your understanding of reconciliation in your relationships?

20. How does Psalm 85 influence your understanding of God’s nature and His plan for His people?

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