Psalms - Chapter-110

Chapter Summary

The Messiah promised to the fathers and expected by them.

This Psalm is one of the most quoted OT texts in the NT, with quotes and allusions appearing in the Gospels, Acts, Pauline epistles, Hebrews, and Peter's epistles. Why do you think the New Testament writers were so fixated on this Psalm?
What are some of the items the LORD gives to "my Lord"? What do these items tell us about the role of "my Lord"?
What does it mean in v.4 to be made a priest after the "order of Melchizedek" (ESV)? Why is this important?
How does this Psalm point to the ascended ministry of Jesus (his current ministry position)? Why should we be encouraged by this picture?
Why is the position of "sitting at the right hand" important? What does this tell us about the person who is "sitting at the right hand" and what is the significance of that?
Is it hard to picture God on the throne? What experiences in your life have contributed to that picture?
How would your life change if you reminded yourself constantly, that God was on the throne?
What are some the roles of a "priest", if Christ is our great High Priest, what are his roles and how is this encouraging?
Why do you think people are scared to talk about the judgment of God? Why is this such a tough topic to discuss?
In the midst of difficulties, how could this Psalm comfort you? What are some specific truths you could glean from this passage?