Psalm 62
Difficult Questions and Answers
In Psalm 62:1–2, how can the promise of complete safety in God be reconciled with the reality of suffering and death among believers?

Psalm 62:9 suggests all people are “nothing” in comparison to God—how does this align with other passages like Genesis 1:27 that emphasize human value?

If Psalm 62:8 urges total trust in God, why does the text provide no tangible proof for skeptics demanding empirical evidence?

In Psalm 62:11–12, God rewards each person according to their deeds—how does this harmonize with the New Testament’s teaching on salvation by grace (Ephesians 2:8–9)?

In Psalm 62, why is there still rampant injustice (verses 3, 9–10) if God truly is the believer’s secure refuge?

Bible Study Questions

1. How does David express his trust in God in this Psalm?

2. How can we practically "wait in silence" for God in our daily lives?

3. What does it mean to you that God is your "rock" and "salvation"?

4. How can you respond when people seek to harm you or undermine your position?

5. How does David's admonition about the deceitfulness of wealth resonate with our society today?

6. How can we guard our hearts against placing trust in wealth or power?

7. In what ways does David's view of human lowliness reflect on our own perspective of self-importance?

8. How can we apply the teaching of God's power and steadfast love in our personal lives?

9. How does the Psalmist's declaration that God will render to a man according to his work impact our understanding of justice?

10. How does David's reliance on God influence your personal faith journey?

11. How can the themes from Psalm 62 be applied in dealing with modern societal issues?

12. How does the concept of God as a refuge apply to your present challenges?

13. What steps can you take to deepen your trust in God as David did?

14. In what ways can we encourage others to trust in God as David does in this Psalm?

15. How does this Psalm speak to the condition of the human heart?

16. How can we understand and combat the transient nature of worldly power and wealth, as pointed out by David?

17. How does the recognition of God's control over everything provide peace amidst turmoil?

18. In light of David's exhortation, how can we handle deceit and betrayal in our lives?

19. How can we apply the lesson of God's just reward in our interactions with others?

20. What practical actions can you take to manifest the faith and trust in God exhibited by David in Psalm 62?



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