Psalms - Chapter-120

Chapter Summary

Prayer for deliverance from the mischief designed by false and malicious tongues.

Psalm 120 is the first "Psalm of Ascents" according to the superscription, research what the "psalms of ascent" are. Why is this important? How can this help us put this Psalm in context?
How should we interpret v.7? Does this mean Christians should never support war? Why or why not?
What are some similarities and differences between the man who "calls to the Lord" and the man with "lying lips"? Why is this important?
Have you ever been in a situation where someone has lied about you? How did that make you feel?
Consider Matthew 5:9. How does that passage relate to this Psalm? Why is that important?
Do you believe the world esteems honesty? Why or why not?
How can v.6 inform us about the kind of people we spend our time with? What has been your experience spending time with different people?
Where do you feel the most temptation to lie or deceive? What are some things you could do to prevent yourself from lying?
This Psalm shows the importance of the people you spend your time with. What are some strategies that have worked for you in finding good people to spend time with or community?
Why do you think it is important for Christians to be honest? What are some characteristics of people who are in honest?