1. What is the meaning of Psalm 85:5?

2. How can we seek God's favor to avoid His anger lasting forever?

3. What does Psalm 85:5 reveal about God's nature and forgiveness?

4. How does Psalm 85:5 connect with God's mercy in Lamentations 3:22-23?

5. In what ways can we restore our relationship with God today?

6. How can we apply Psalm 85:5 to our personal prayer life?

7. What does Psalm 85:5 reveal about God's anger and forgiveness?

8. How does Psalm 85:5 fit into the overall theme of divine mercy?

9. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 85:5?

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

11. What does 'God is good' mean?

12. If God's faithful love 'continues through all generations' (Psalm 100:5), how do we reconcile this claim with widespread suffering and injustice throughout history?

13. Will the earth last forever? (Psalm 104:5 vs. 2 Peter 3:10)

14. Will love and faithfulness always stay with you?1. How does understanding the historical context of the Babylonian Exile enhance our interpretation of Psalm 85:5?

2. In what ways can we see God's anger and mercy at work in our own lives today?

3. How can we apply the concept of generational impact in our families and communities to break cycles of sin?

4. What other biblical examples can you find where God's anger is followed by His mercy and restoration?

5. How does the New Testament teaching on reconciliation through Christ provide a deeper understanding of God's anger and mercy as seen in Psalm 85:5?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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