Psalm 119: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Psalm 119 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

The psalmist declares blessings for those whose ways are blameless and who follow Yahweh's law (vv. 1-8). He seeks purity by living according to God's word and hides His commandments in his heart to avoid sin (vv.

Key verse

“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.”
Psalms 119:105 (WEB)

Outline

Psalm 119:1–8 Blessed Are the Blameless
Psalm 119:9–16 Seeking Purity Through God's Word
Psalm 119:17–32 Desire for Learning and Understanding
Psalm 119:33–48 Prayer for Guidance and Revival
Psalm 119:49–64 Hope and Comfort in Affliction
Psalm 119:65–88 Acknowledgment of God's Goodness
Psalm 119:89–176 Enduring Nature of God's Word

Discussion questions

In v6, what does the psalmist mean by 'disappointed' when considering God's commandments?
What does the psalmist express about his soul in v25?
In v68, the statement 'You are good, and do good' raises the question: how does this relate to the psalmist’s affliction?
The use of 'seek' in v119: how might that inform our understanding of the psalmist's relationship with God?
When have you felt your soul 'laid low' (v25), and how did you seek comfort in God's word?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Psalm 119: Jeremiah 15, Psalm 19, Psalm 1.

Before next time: read Psalm 120.