Psalm 82
Bible Study Questions

1. How does Psalm 82 define the role and responsibility of earthly judges?

2. In what ways can the message of Psalm 82 be applied to modern leadership and governance?

3. How does the imagery of God standing in the divine assembly affect your understanding of His authority?

4. In verses 3-4, what specific instructions does God give to the judges? How does this reflect God’s heart for the marginalized?

5. Why do you think the Psalmist describes the judges as 'gods' or 'sons of the Most High'?

6. How does the consequence of unjust judgment in verses 5-7 resonate with you?

7. How does Psalm 82 inspire you to respond to social injustices around you?

8. How does this Psalm highlight the consequences of abusing power and authority?

9. How can the principles in this Psalm be applied to your personal life?

10. Who are the 'weak' and 'fatherless' in today's society, and how can you assist them?

11. How do you interpret the plea in verse 8 for God to rise and judge the earth?

12. How does the ultimate judgment by God bring you comfort or fear?

13. What does this Psalm teach about God's concern for justice?

14. How does this Psalm challenge your understanding of fairness and justice in your own community?

15. How can you advocate for the rights of the poor and oppressed in your own community?

16. If you were in a position of power, how would the teachings of Psalm 82 influence your decisions?

17. What actions can you take in your daily life to uphold the principles of justice as outlined in this Psalm?

18. How does the message of accountability in this Psalm influence your actions and decisions?

19. What role do you think faith communities can play in upholding the principles of justice presented in this Psalm?

20. How does the message of Psalm 82 shape your understanding of the final divine judgment?



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