Psalm 89:3
You said, "I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant:
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Psalm 89:3?

2. How does Psalm 89:3 emphasize God's faithfulness in His covenant with David?

3. What does "I have made a covenant" reveal about God's promises?

4. How can we trust God's promises like those in Psalm 89:3 today?

5. How does Psalm 89:3 connect to God's covenant with Abraham in Genesis 17?

6. In what ways can we apply God's covenant faithfulness to our daily lives?

7. What is the significance of God's covenant in Psalm 89:3 for believers today?

8. How does Psalm 89:3 relate to the concept of divine promises?

9. What historical context surrounds the covenant mentioned in Psalm 89:3?

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

11. Luke 20:41–44: How can David call the Messiah “Lord” if He is also David’s descendant, and isn’t this genealogically contradictory?

12. How does Psalm 45’s reference to ongoing, eternal praise for a mortal king (Psalm 45:17) make sense in a literal or historical context?

13. Psalm 89:34 insists God will never break His covenant, yet the psalmist laments the downfall of David’s lineage—how could this be seen as consistent?

14. Is Jesus considered the Son of David?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the covenant with David enhance our view of God's faithfulness in our own lives?

2. In what ways does the promise to David point to the coming of Jesus Christ, and how does this impact our understanding of the New Testament?

3. How can we apply the concept of being a "servant" of God in our daily lives, following the example of David?

4. What are some modern-day examples of covenants or promises, and how do they compare to the biblical covenants?

5. How does the fulfillment of God's promises in the Bible encourage us to trust Him with our future?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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