Free group study handout
Psalm 76: Group Study Handout
How to use: read Psalm 76 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.
Overview
God is known in Judah, and His name is great in Israel (vv. 1-2). His tabernacle is in Salem, His dwelling place in Zion.
Key verse
“You, even you, are to be feared. Who can stand in your sight when you are angry?”
Psalms 76:7 (WEB)
Outline
- Psalm 76:1–2 God's Renown in Judah
- Psalm 76:3–6 God's Power in Battle
- Psalm 76:7–9 Fear and Judgment
- Psalm 76:10–12 Response to God's Authority
Discussion questions
- In v2, where is God's tabernacle mentioned to be located?
- What happens in v4 that makes God 'glorious' and 'excellent'?
- In v10, what does it mean that 'the wrath of man praises you'?
- In v11, why are the neighbors instructed to bring 'presents' to God?
- When have you felt the need to 'fulfill' a vow you made to God (v11)?
Go deeper
Passages that echo Psalm 76: Ecclesiastes 5, Jeremiah 51, Psalm 68.
Before next time: read Psalm 77.