Psalms Chapter 81 Summary
God chides His people for their ingratitude and pictures their happy state had they but obeyed Him.
Discussion Questions for Psalms, Chapter 81
- Why do you think the Bible places so much importance on worshipping the Lord through music?
- Why is it important that Israel take time to remember what God did for them in Egypt? Why is it important that we remember what God has done for us?
- What is significant about the “waters of Meribah”? (NASB) How do we avoid sin in our lives?
- Why is it necessary for God to admonish His people? How do we ensure we are listening to God?
- Why do you think Idolatry was attractive to the Israelites? In what ways can we fall into Idolatry?
- What are the consequences of not listening to God? How do we, as believers, hold each other accountable to obedience?
- What does it mean that God gave them over to their stubbornness? How does this relate to Romans 1:18–30? (NASB)
- Why did God tell Israel to open their mouth wide, and He would fill it? How do we get fed spiritually?
- Why is it important that God will punish His enemies forever? What does God require for us to escape His judgment?
- Why is it notable that God promised to bless Israel with an abundance of food? How do we see God's blessings when we are obedient?
Key Words/Phrase
Abandoned, v. 12.
Characters
God, Asaph, Joseph, Jacob.
Strong Verse(s)
10, 16.