Psalm 62: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Psalm 62 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

The psalmist expresses a deep rest in God alone, stating that ‘my salvation is from him’ (vv. 1-2). He describes feeling under assault from his opponents, who seek to undermine him like a ‘leaning wall’ or ‘tottering fence’ (vv.

Key verse

“He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress. I will not be shaken.”
Psalms 62:6 (WEB)

Outline

Psalm 62:1–2 Resting in God Alone
Psalm 62:3–4 Assault from Opponents
Psalm 62:5–7 Waiting Silently for God
Psalm 62:8–10 Trust and Pour Out Hearts
Psalm 62:11–12 God's Power and Kindness

Discussion questions

In v1, what does the psalmist mean by 'My soul rests in God alone'?
In v9, why does the psalmist describe men of low degree as 'just a breath'?
The phrase 'I will never be greatly shaken' in v2: what conditions lead to this assurance?
In v10, what does the warning against trusting in oppression suggest about societal values?
When have you experienced waiting in silence for God as mentioned in v5?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Psalm 62: Proverbs 3, Psalm 55, Philippians 4.

Before next time: read Psalm 63.