Psalm 89:14
Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; loving devotion and faithfulness go before You.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 89:14?

2. How does Psalm 89:14 define God's throne and its foundational attributes?

3. What role do "righteousness and justice" play in God's governance according to Psalm 89:14?

4. How can we reflect "love and faithfulness" in our daily interactions?

5. Which other scriptures emphasize God's justice and righteousness as seen in Psalm 89:14?

6. How can understanding God's attributes in Psalm 89:14 influence our prayer life?

7. How does Psalm 89:14 define God's character in terms of justice and righteousness?

8. What historical context influenced the writing of Psalm 89:14?

9. How does Psalm 89:14 relate to the concept of divine justice in the Bible?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 89?

11. Do infants enter heaven after death?

12. How do we reconcile this practice with biblical teachings about justice and mercy elsewhere?

13. How can you inscribe mercy and truth in your heart?

14. If God is perfectly just, why does He forgive some sinners but not others?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding that righteousness and justice are the foundation of God's throne influence your view of His sovereignty?

2. In what ways can you incorporate loving devotion and truth into your daily interactions with others?

3. How does the concept of God's throne being established on righteousness and justice challenge or affirm your understanding of His character?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's loving devotion and truth in your life. How did it impact your faith journey?

5. Considering Micah 6:8, how can you actively pursue justice and mercy in your community, reflecting the attributes of God described in Psalm 89:14?1. How does Psalm 89 redefine your understanding of God's faithfulness?

2. How do you react when it feels like God has broken His promises, as illustrated in verses 38-45?

3. How can we apply the lessons from Psalm 89 to modern day situations where we feel let down by God?

4. If you were in Ethan the Ezrahite's shoes, how would you articulate your feelings to God?

5. How do verses 46-52 help us approach our personal times of despair?

6. In what ways can the themes of this Psalm guide us in dealing with contemporary social issues?

7. How can the covenant with David inspire our faith in God's promises?

8. If God's time is not our time, how should we respond to the question, "How long, O Lord?" in our modern contexts?

9. How does Psalm 89 teach us to maintain hope amidst suffering?

10. What are some ways to reconcile the images of God's power and sovereignty with the picture of human suffering?

11. How does Psalm 89 challenge or affirm your current view of God?

12. What strategies can we glean from this Psalm to express our emotions in prayer?

13. How can we embody the faith and perseverance reflected in this Psalm in today's fast-paced, digital world?

14. How can you use the divine covenant as a reminder of God's promise when you are going through personal trials?

15. What can we learn from the drastic shift in tone midway through the Psalm about the dynamics of our relationship with God?

16. In what ways does this Psalm's representation of God's faithfulness impact your understanding of your own commitments?

17. How can we use the Psalmist's raw expression of despair to deepen our empathy towards others' struggles?

18. How does Psalm 89 inspire you to react when you witness injustice or broken promises?

19. How does the Psalmist's plea for redemption resonate with our desire for societal reform?

20. How can we encourage others going through tough times using the insights from Psalm 89?

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