Psalm 80
Bible Study Questions

1. How does Psalm 80 reflect the human condition during times of extreme hardship?

2. Discuss the significance of the repeated request: "Make your face shine upon us, that we may be saved".

3. How does the metaphor of the vineyard illustrate Israel's relationship with God?

4. How can the Psalmist's acceptance of God's anger inform our response to suffering today?

5. In what ways can the themes of Psalm 80 be applied in your life currently?

6. How does the psalmist's continual call for God's intervention demonstrate faith and resilience?

7. What does Psalm 80 suggest about God's relationship with His people, and how can that be reflected in your personal relationship with God?

8. How does the Psalmist leverage past deliverances to plea for current intervention?

9. How can you embody the same unwavering devotion that the Psalmist promises to God in the face of adversity?

10. What does the reference to the "Son of Man" in verse 17 suggest about Messianic hopes in Israel?

11. In what ways can we relate the Psalmist's prayers for restoration to modern prayers for societal or personal healing?

12. How does the Psalmist balance acknowledging God's wrath and pleading for His mercy?

13. Discuss the significance of the tribes mentioned in Psalm 80. What might they represent?

14. How does Psalm 80 challenge us to reflect on our spiritual journey?

15. How might you use the concepts in this Psalm to offer comfort to someone in a difficult situation?

16. How does the repeated refrain (verses 3, 7, 19) serve to structure and emphasize the key message of the Psalm?

17. Explore the role of divine intervention in both the narrative of Psalm 80 and in your personal life.

18. How can Psalm 80 serve as a model for your own prayers during times of hardship?

19. What does the idea of God as a shepherd mean to you, and how does it provide comfort in times of uncertainty?

20. How does Psalm 80 offer a perspective on the role of suffering and deliverance in spiritual growth?



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