Psalms - Chapter-114

Chapter Summary

The deliverance of Israel out of Egypt.

Discussion Questions for Psalms, Chapter 114

  1. What are some of the objects of creation that obey God in this Psalm? What is the significance of this?
  2. Why do you think the Psalmist uses human-like terms to describe the movements of the mountains, and seas? What does this imply?
  3. Is it hard for you to believe that God moves mountains and seas? Why is this difficult for us?
  4. How is it relevant to us today that God moved the Red Sea for the Israelites? Why does this matter to us?
  5. What does v.5 tell us about the character of God? Why is this significant? Explain the significance.
  6. How often do you find yourself thinking about how you serve a God who makes the heavens and earth tremble? Why do we often not focus on the immense power of God?
  7. Does this Psalm have any correlation to the ministry of Jesus? If so, what are some correlations from this Psalm to His ministry?
  8. What is the importance that these great signs of God and His power in the Old Testament are meant to preserve the Israelites? What further information does this tell us about God?
  9. What are some ways that you have seen God "move mountains" in your life? What did you learn?
  10. What was Jesus's role in creation? How does this Psalm relate to John 1 and what does tell us about the power of Jesus?

Key Words/Phrase

Jehovah's presence, v. 7.

Characters

God, Psalmist.

Strong Verse(s)

7