Intro to the book of Psalms
What are the psalms?
They are poems that are found in God's word
Who were David's great-grandparents?
Boaz & Ruth
Who leads the sheep to the best grazing and drinking places?
The shepherd
What should be included in your prayers?
confession and repentance, praise and request
How many psalms are in the book of Psalms
150
Why did David have to hide?
King Saul was trying to kill him. David hid for many years.
Why are still waters important to sheep?
They need still waters so they can relax to ruminate
What can you expect God to do when you pray?
to hear and answer my prayers
What is a psalm of praise for?
to praise God when I'm happy or when I'm thinking about His goodness
How did David feel when he was hiding?
He was probably afraid, but he still praised God
What is the best protection that sheep have from wild animals?
The shepherd
Did David make a selfish request when he prayed? What did David ask for?
No, he did not ask for riches or to become famous. He asked for God to teach him His ways.
What can Christians learn from reading Psalm 57?
Christians can learn to trust and depend on God