Psalms Chapter 14 Summary
The corruption and foolishness of man.
Discussion Questions for Psalms, Chapter 14
- Why do you think David says fools say “there is no God” (ESV)? What about the scientists and other academic geniuses who are staunch atheists? How is this reconcilable?
- What does it mean that “none who does good” (ESV); what is David trying to emphasize with this point?
- How would you describe the condition of humanity in your own words? Then answer, what does this Psalm say about the condition of humanity as a whole?
- Why is it important that we have a clear understanding of the human condition? How would this affect our Christian life today?
- In this Psalm, what is God's response to the human condition? What does His response tell us about the character of God?
- Who seeks after God according to this Psalm? Give verses to back up your answer. Why is this important?
- How would you explain this Psalm for someone who is struggling with believing God’s goodness and recognizing the sinfulness of the world?
- Look up Matthew 5:48 and read it aloud. How do you reconcile Psalm 14 (this Psalm) and Matthew 5:48? What other stories/scriptures could help you?
- Does this passage encourage you to share the Gospel with people in your life? Or discourage? From your own experience, why or why not?
- Who “restores the fortunes of his people” (ESV)? Can you think and share one OT story and one NT story where this is true?
Key Words/Phrase
Corrupt, v. 1.
Characters
God, David.
Strong Verse(s)
3