Chapter Summary

The frailty of man and his consequent need of being submitted to God's sentences.

Discussion Questions for Psalms, Chapter 90

1. How does the eternal nature of God impact how we relate to God? (NASB)
2. How is God’s understanding of time different from our human understanding of time? (NASB)
3. Why is significant that our bodies return to dust after our death? (NASB) How does this relate to Genesis 3? (NASB)
4. What can we learn from the text about God’s attitude toward sin? (NASB) How do we avoid sin in our lives?
5. What do we learn about God’s knowledge of our lives? (NASB) How does the fact that God is all knowing affect our behavior when we think no one is watching?
6. How do we make the most of our time knowing that we will eventually die? (NASB) How does Ephesians 5:15-17 relate to Psalm 90? (NASB)
7. What does it mean for us to have satisfaction in the "lovingkindness" of God? (NASB) How does God fulfill the deepest longings of the human heart?
8. How do we share the majesty of the Lord with our children? (NASB)
9. What is significant about the request to “confirm the works of our hands?” (NASB) What does this teach us regarding a biblbical worldview of work?
10. What does it look like for us to see the Lord's favor in our lives? (NASB) If we are suffering does that mean God has withdrawn his favor from us?

Key Words/Phrase

Frailty, v. 9.

Characters

God, Moses.

Strong Verse(s)

8, 12, 17.