Study Questions — Psalms 123

3 questions

1. How does lifting your eyes to the Lord help you in times of distress or need?

   Thematic focusDependence on God.

   Taking it further

   Encourages the reader to focus on God as the source of help and mercy, especially during challenging times.

   Key verses

   • Psalm 123:1-2

   • #Dependence
   • #Focus
   • #Help

2. In what ways can you cultivate a posture of waiting on the Lord in your daily life?

   Thematic focusPatience and waiting on God.

   Taking it further

   Invites the reader to develop patience and trust in God's timing and provision.

   Key verses

   • Psalm 123:2

   • #Patience
   • #Waiting
   • #Trust

3. How do you respond to contempt or scorn from others, and how can this Psalm guide you in those situations?

   Thematic focusSeeking God's mercy in adversity.

   Taking it further

   Challenges the reader to seek God's mercy and maintain faith when facing ridicule or disdain.

   Key verses

   • Psalm 123:3-4

   • #Mercy
   • #Adversity
   • #Faith

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