Free group study handout
Psalm 85: Group Study Handout
How to use: read Psalm 85 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.
Overview
Yahweh has been favorable to the land and restored Jacob's fortunes (vv. 1-3). He has forgiven the iniquity of His people and turned away His wrath.
Key verse
“Mercy and truth meet together. Righteousness and peace have kissed each other.”
Psalms 85:10 (WEB)
Outline
- Psalm 85:1–3 God's Favor and Forgiveness
- Psalm 85:4–6 A Plea for Revival
- Psalm 85:7–8 Listening for God's Peace
- Psalm 85:9–11 The Coming of Salvation
- Psalm 85:12–13 The Path of Righteousness
Discussion questions
- In v6, why does the psalmist ask God to 'revive us again'?
- What is meant by 'loving kindness' in v7?
- In v8, what does the psalmist mean by 'he will speak peace'?
- In vv. 10-11, how do 'mercy' and 'truth' come together?
- When have you sought God's 'salvation' like the psalmist in v7?
Go deeper
Passages that echo Psalm 85: Isaiah 26, Psalm 84, Jeremiah 30.
Before next time: read Psalm 86.