Psalms Chapter 115 Summary
Indignation against the makers and worshippers of idols and eschortation to trust in God.
Discussion Questions for Psalms, Chapter 115
- What does verse 1 mean? Why would the Psalmist implore their reader not to bring glory to their name?
- Verses 4-8 describe idols of the biblical time; why do you think God made such a big deal about idols?
- John Calvin once said, “The human heart is an idol factory.” Is this a statement you agree with? Why or why not?
- What are some modern examples of idols today? What do these idols tell us about humanity in modern times?
- How many times is the word “trust” used in verses 9-11? What is the significance of this?
- Is it hard to trust God in seasons of difficulty or seasons of peace? Why?
- List some idols in your life. What steps can you take to eliminate or prevent the worship of these idols?
- What do we learn about God in this Psalm? Why is this important to our spiritual walk?
- Why does God allow the earth to be ruled by “the children of men”?
- How can I become more dependent on God? What are some ideas?
Key Words/Phrase
Idols, v. 4.
Characters
God, house of Aaron, Psalmist.
Strong Verse(s)
11, 12.
