Psalm 90 - 106
This set of psalms begins the fourth book of the Book of Psalms.
Psalm 90
1. Who wrote many of the psalms? Who wrote this one? Moses! Are you surprised?
2. Think about God for a minute. Verse 2 says that He is from everlasting to everlasting. In the Hebrew, the phrase is beyond the vanishing point. God has always existed in both direction. Companion scriptures to this one include Psalm 41:13 and Micah 5:2.
3. How long is a thousand years to God? Because God is eternal, time has little meaning to Him. A thousand years is like a watch in the night.
4. What dismays Moses? vs. 7 - God’s wrath. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Hebrews 10:31
5. Add 90:8 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 90:12 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 90:17 to the “hand” page in your journal.
6. How long does Moses say man’s life will be? (vs. 10) How long did Moses live? (Deuteronomy 34:7)
7. Put verse 12 into your own words.
Psalm 91
1. In verse 1-2, find four names of God and four securities. (Most High, Almighty, LORD, my God; shelter, shadow, refuge, fortress)
2. In verses 3-8, find four things to fear. (terror of the night, arrow, pestilence, destruction)
3. What image does verse 4 bring to your mind as you think of God’s protection?
4. Add 91:2 to the “trust” page in your journal.
Add 91:4 to the “wings” page in your journal.
Add 91:7 and 91: 12 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 91:13 to the “lion” page in your journal.
5. In verse 13, find four animals you’ll defeat. (lion, adder, young lion, serpent)
6. In verses 14-16, find eight things God will do to the one who holds fast to Him in love. (deliver, protect, answer, be with, rescue, honor, satisfy, show him salvation)
7. Read the Devotional in the NIrV.
Psalm 92
1. Notice: When was this psalm to be sung? It’s a song for the sabbath, and was used at the morning sacrifices on the sabbath.
2. There is a definite pattern of doublets in this psalm:
vs 1: LORD (YHVH) and O Most High (El yon)
give thanks and sing praises
vs 2: steadfast love in the morning and faithfulness by night
vs 3: music of the lute and the harp and melody of the lyre
3. What is the reason for praise that is given in verse 4? (at the work of His hands)
4. Add 92:4 to the “hands” page in your journal.
Add 92:10 to the “horn” page in your journal.
5. To what plant are the wicked compared (vs. 7)? To what plant are the righteous compared (vs. 12)? What image does this bring to mind?
Psalm 93
1. This psalm is arranged in chiasm format:
A. Verses 1-2: The LORD reigns - dignity, grandeur, authority
B. Verses 3-4: The turmoil of the nations - God is greater
A.’ Verse 5: God reigns - justice and holiness
By doing this, the psalm links God’s holiness with his sovereign power.
2. Notice in vs 2 and vs 5 the references to everlasting and forevermore. Both of these phrases are the Hebrew for “beyond the vanishing point.”
3. Write a poem which expresses God’s majesty, holiness, and sovereignty.
Psalm 94
1. This is a psalm which appeals to God, the Judge. In verse 2, the psalmist asks God to “repay” or to “avenge” to the proud what they deserve. Notice that “avenge” is an act of justice; “revenge” is an act of passion. A judge has the power to avenge. A just judge does not take revenge.
2. What is the indictment against the wicked in verses 4-7? (boasting, oppressing the poor, murder, maligning God)
3. In verses 8-11, what four questions are a warning to the wicked?
4. In verses 12-15, the blessing for the righteous encompasses executive, legislative, and judicial action by God. Can you pinpoint them?
5. Add 94:15 and 94:19 to the “heart” page in your journal.
6. In verses 16-19, the psalmist gives his personal testimony. Can you write down a situation where if the Lord had not been your help, you wouldn’t be here today?
7. Verses 20-23 confirm that God is the true and right ______________.
Psalm 95
1. This psalm is set up in parallel fashion: Verses 1-2 parallel verses 6-7. What are they saying? Verses 3-5 give a reason for ____________. Then verses 8-11 are a warning to those who don’t worship God in praise. Note: praise without worship is just noise.
2. Add 95:4, 95:5, and 95:7 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 95:8 and 95:10 to the “heart” page in your journal.
3. Go back to Exodus 17:2-7, Numbers 20:13 and Deuteronomy 6:16 to read about the events at Meribah and Massah. Notice: God said the people put Him to the test even though they’d seen what He had done. Exodus 17 talks about the people wondering if God was really with them.
4. It is a scary thing to think that God would become so angry with our unbelief that He would exclude us from His kingdom. Talk about God’s hand in your life with others. Thank Him often for the wonderful things He has done. Keep a prayer journal so you can go back and see how many prayers He has answered for you. Ask Him to strength your faith. Let us be diligent to throw off that sin, that unbelief, which clings so closely and inhibits us in our race to the goal! (Hebrews 12:1-2)
Psalm 96
1. How many times do you see “sing” in the first two verses?
2. What three things does the psalmist tell you to do in verses 2-3? Bless His name, tell of his salvation, and declare his glory!
3. In verses 4-6, what is the reason we sing?
4. In verse 5, the “worthless idols” could also be translated “non-entity.” The gods people worship don’t exist!
5. How many times do you see “ascribe” in verses 7-8?
6. What three things does the psalmist tell you to do in verses 8-9? Come into his courts, worship the LORD, and tremble before Him.
7. What will the LORD do when he reigns? What will be the reaction of the heavens, the earth, the field, and all the trees?
8. The alternate translation of 96:9 is “worship the LORD in holy attire.” How does this relate to Romans 13:14?
9. This psalm, wholly praise, is closely tied to Mary’s Magnificat in Luke 1:46-55.
Psalm 97
1. Verse 1 is the point of this psalm. Draw a picture with your favorite coloring tools. Then print this verse as a caption at the bottom.
2. Who rejoices in verse 1? In verse 8?
3. Who is glad in verse 1? In verse 8?
4. What four things are associated with God in verses 3-5?
fire goes - burns up adversaries
lightnings - light up world
earth sees - trembles
mountains - melt like wax
Draw a cartoon progression depicting these three verses.
5. What four things are promised to those who hate evil in verses 10-12?
6. Add 97:2 to the “throne” page in your journal.
Add 97:4 and 97:11 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 97:10 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 97:11 to the “heart” page in your journal.
7. Compare Psalm 97:7 with Psalm 96:5. Then read Jonah 2:8. How do these three verses relate to one another?
Psalm 98
1. The word “marvelous” in verse 1 is Strongs #6381 and means “to be separate, distinguished, singular, extraordinary, astonishing.” That’s what God’s great work of atonement through the Messiah is - his great work as an act of intercession. Can you make a list of astonishing or extraordinary things?
2. In verses 2-3, three groups of people are called to worship. Can you find the three groups?
3. This psalm is broken into three sections: Verses 1-3 show God’s righteousness in the past; Verses 4-6 exhort us to shout for joy; Verses 7-9 declare His coming rule in righteousness.
4. Read verse 9 and then read John 5:22. Who is our Judge?
5. Add 98:1 and 98:8 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 98:6 to the “horn” page in your journal.
Psalm 99
1. This is a holy psalm; it’s the 7th in the set of 8.
A. There’s a triple repetition of “holy.” Can you find them?
B. “He” is used seven times - Can you find them?
C. “The LORD” is spoken of seven times. Can you find them?
Seven is used synonymously with promising or making an oath. Can you find what God is promising to His people?
2. Add 99:1 to the “throne” page in your journal.
3. Read Revelation 4:8. How does this psalm relate to the verse in Revelation?
4. Find the song “Holy, Mighty Majesty” by Dwight Armstrong. Sing it.
Psalm 100
1. There are so many songs based on this psalm. Find one and sing it:
“Come into His Presence”
“He Has Made Me Glad”
“Make a Joyful Noise”
2. This is the only psalm with this title: a psalm for giving thanks. Make a list of all the blessings for which you are thankful.
3. There are seven imperatives - things the reader is called to do. Can you find all seven? (make a joyful noise, serve the LORD, come into his presence, know that he is God, enter his gates, give thanks, bless his name.)
4. There are four reasons given for why we should be thankful. Can you find them? (he made us, we are his, his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.)
5. Read the devotional in the NIrV.
6. Sing the Dwight Armstrong song, “Sing to the Lord With Cheerful Voice.”
Psalm 101
1. There are five psalms in this section which talk about dwelling with God. Psalm 90, 91, 92, 101, and 102. God back and make a note of the specific verses in each psalm which talk about dwelling with God.
2. Add 101:2, 101:4 and 101:5 to the “heart” page in your journal.
3. Read the first half of verse 3. Is there anything that you set before your eyes that is worthless? How about the tv? Video games?
4. There are five specific sins listed in this psalm. Can you find them? (slander, haughty, arrogant, deceitful, utters lies) How important do you think truth is to God? How seriously does He consider a “little white lie”?
Psalm 102
1. There are five passionate requests in verses 1-2. List them in your journal.
2. There are five problems listed in verses 3-11. List them in your journal.
3. Add 102:4 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 102:12 to the “throne” page in your journal.
Add 102:25 to the “hand” page in your journal.
4. Notice the parallels between verses 3-4 and verses 23-24.
Notice the parallels between verse 11 and verses 25-26.
5. What is the earth and the heavens compared to in verse 25-26? Can you draw a cartoon of what this might look like?
Psalm 103
1. Sing Dwight Armstrong’s “Bless The Lord Eternal, O My Soul.”
2. Note that Psalms 103 and 104 are complementary. What is the theme of both?
3. This is a hymn to God’s love and compassion. Note the recital of personal blessings in verses 2-5. What has God done for him? Now make a list of what God has done for you.
4. Read Exodus 34:6 and Psalm 86:15. To what verse in this psalm are these two very similar?
5. How does God deal with His people and their sins, according to verses 8-13? Why? Verse 14.
6. What is man compared to? (Verses 15-16)
7. God’s love is from everlasting to everlasting - beyond the vanishing point.
How does this characterization of God make you feel? Do you feel like praising Him for His compassion? Write a poem or sing a song of praise to Him.
8. How far does God remove our sin from us? (Verse 12)
9. Add 103:19 to the “throne” page in your journal.
10. Verses 20-22 are the concluding call to praise. Who is called to praise the Lord?
Psalm 104
1. Read Genesis 1 before reading this psalm.
2. This is a psalm, a hymn to the Creator, telling of the glory of the Maker and Sustainer. Can you think of a song which celebrates God’s creative ability? Can you write a poem or song to praise Him for being Creator?
3. Add 104:2 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 104:3 to the “wings” page in your journal.
Add 104:14 and 104:15 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 104:21 to the “lion” page in your journal.
Add 104:28 to the “hand” page in your journal.
4. What Day of Creation Week is described in verse 2? (Day 1 - light)
5. What Day of Creation Week is described in verses 2-4? (Day 2 -heavens)
6. What Day of Creation Week is described in verses 5-9? (Day 3)
7. Using your favorite color tools, draw a picture to illustrate verses 10-14.
8. On what day of Creation Week
a. were the beasts created? (verse 11 & 18 - on Day 6)
b. were the birds created? (verse 12 & 17 - on Day 5)
c. were the plants created? (verse 14 & 16 - on Day 3)
d. were the sun and moon created? (verses 19-23 - on Day 4)
9. What do the sun and the moon do? The orderly cycles of life on earth are governed by the sun and the moon.
10. Verses 31 and 32 along with verse 1 frame this psalm. How do they do that?
Psalm 105
1. This is a historical psalm. What would be the purpose of this psalm?
2. There are 10 imperatives (commands) in verses 1-5. Can you find all 10? (give thanks, call, make known, sing, tell, glory, rejoice, seek the Lord, seek his presence, remember)
3. Add 105:3 and 105:25 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 105:39 to the “light” page in your journal.
4. Verses 5-7 tell who to remember? Verses 8-11 verify that who remembers?
5. Verses 28-36 tell of what historical event in Egypt? Read Exodus 7-12
6. What is the reason given for God supplying His people with protection, food, and water? (verse 42)
7. What was the reason God gave his people the promised land? (verse 45)
8. Coming out of Egypt is such a picture of God rescuing each one of us from bondage to sin. Write your own psalm retelling what God has done in your life to rescue from what you were before you came to Christ.
9. Sing the Dwight Armstrong song “Oh Give Thanks and Praise the Eternal!”
Psalm 106
1. This psalm is also a historical psalm, but it’s purpose is much different from the praise of Psalm 105. Read through these verses and try to get a feel for what the overall tone is. Hint: it’s a warning.
2. For what three reasons does the psalmist want God to remember him? (verse 5)
3. Make a list of the rebellious, sinful acts of God’s people that are enumerated. Start with verse 6. You should find many examples!
4. Add 106:10, 106:26, 106:41 to the “hand” page in your journal.
5. Verses 6-43 tell of the continual cycle of rebellion and God’s deliverance, the people praising God, but then soon forgetting again.
6. Verses 44-48 have a different tone. Rather than the judgment of the previous verses, these verses show what? (mercy)
7. How does Book Four of the Psalms end? Praise the Lord.
8. This is a scary psalm. We are so much like the Israelites of old. We treat God like a genie who is there to save us, but when things are going well, we don’t have time for Him. Write a prayer in your journal to God confessing your tendency to put yourself first, rather than God.
This set of psalms begins the fourth book of the Book of Psalms.
Psalm 90
1. Who wrote many of the psalms? Who wrote this one? Moses! Are you surprised?
2. Think about God for a minute. Verse 2 says that He is from everlasting to everlasting. In the Hebrew, the phrase is beyond the vanishing point. God has always existed in both direction. Companion scriptures to this one include Psalm 41:13 and Micah 5:2.
3. How long is a thousand years to God? Because God is eternal, time has little meaning to Him. A thousand years is like a watch in the night.
4. What dismays Moses? vs. 7 - God’s wrath. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Hebrews 10:31
5. Add 90:8 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 90:12 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 90:17 to the “hand” page in your journal.
6. How long does Moses say man’s life will be? (vs. 10) How long did Moses live? (Deuteronomy 34:7)
7. Put verse 12 into your own words.
Psalm 91
1. In verse 1-2, find four names of God and four securities. (Most High, Almighty, LORD, my God; shelter, shadow, refuge, fortress)
2. In verses 3-8, find four things to fear. (terror of the night, arrow, pestilence, destruction)
3. What image does verse 4 bring to your mind as you think of God’s protection?
4. Add 91:2 to the “trust” page in your journal.
Add 91:4 to the “wings” page in your journal.
Add 91:7 and 91: 12 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 91:13 to the “lion” page in your journal.
5. In verse 13, find four animals you’ll defeat. (lion, adder, young lion, serpent)
6. In verses 14-16, find eight things God will do to the one who holds fast to Him in love. (deliver, protect, answer, be with, rescue, honor, satisfy, show him salvation)
7. Read the Devotional in the NIrV.
Psalm 92
1. Notice: When was this psalm to be sung? It’s a song for the sabbath, and was used at the morning sacrifices on the sabbath.
2. There is a definite pattern of doublets in this psalm:
vs 1: LORD (YHVH) and O Most High (El yon)
give thanks and sing praises
vs 2: steadfast love in the morning and faithfulness by night
vs 3: music of the lute and the harp and melody of the lyre
3. What is the reason for praise that is given in verse 4? (at the work of His hands)
4. Add 92:4 to the “hands” page in your journal.
Add 92:10 to the “horn” page in your journal.
5. To what plant are the wicked compared (vs. 7)? To what plant are the righteous compared (vs. 12)? What image does this bring to mind?
Psalm 93
1. This psalm is arranged in chiasm format:
A. Verses 1-2: The LORD reigns - dignity, grandeur, authority
B. Verses 3-4: The turmoil of the nations - God is greater
A.’ Verse 5: God reigns - justice and holiness
By doing this, the psalm links God’s holiness with his sovereign power.
2. Notice in vs 2 and vs 5 the references to everlasting and forevermore. Both of these phrases are the Hebrew for “beyond the vanishing point.”
3. Write a poem which expresses God’s majesty, holiness, and sovereignty.
Psalm 94
1. This is a psalm which appeals to God, the Judge. In verse 2, the psalmist asks God to “repay” or to “avenge” to the proud what they deserve. Notice that “avenge” is an act of justice; “revenge” is an act of passion. A judge has the power to avenge. A just judge does not take revenge.
2. What is the indictment against the wicked in verses 4-7? (boasting, oppressing the poor, murder, maligning God)
3. In verses 8-11, what four questions are a warning to the wicked?
4. In verses 12-15, the blessing for the righteous encompasses executive, legislative, and judicial action by God. Can you pinpoint them?
5. Add 94:15 and 94:19 to the “heart” page in your journal.
6. In verses 16-19, the psalmist gives his personal testimony. Can you write down a situation where if the Lord had not been your help, you wouldn’t be here today?
7. Verses 20-23 confirm that God is the true and right ______________.
Psalm 95
1. This psalm is set up in parallel fashion: Verses 1-2 parallel verses 6-7. What are they saying? Verses 3-5 give a reason for ____________. Then verses 8-11 are a warning to those who don’t worship God in praise. Note: praise without worship is just noise.
2. Add 95:4, 95:5, and 95:7 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 95:8 and 95:10 to the “heart” page in your journal.
3. Go back to Exodus 17:2-7, Numbers 20:13 and Deuteronomy 6:16 to read about the events at Meribah and Massah. Notice: God said the people put Him to the test even though they’d seen what He had done. Exodus 17 talks about the people wondering if God was really with them.
4. It is a scary thing to think that God would become so angry with our unbelief that He would exclude us from His kingdom. Talk about God’s hand in your life with others. Thank Him often for the wonderful things He has done. Keep a prayer journal so you can go back and see how many prayers He has answered for you. Ask Him to strength your faith. Let us be diligent to throw off that sin, that unbelief, which clings so closely and inhibits us in our race to the goal! (Hebrews 12:1-2)
Psalm 96
1. How many times do you see “sing” in the first two verses?
2. What three things does the psalmist tell you to do in verses 2-3? Bless His name, tell of his salvation, and declare his glory!
3. In verses 4-6, what is the reason we sing?
4. In verse 5, the “worthless idols” could also be translated “non-entity.” The gods people worship don’t exist!
5. How many times do you see “ascribe” in verses 7-8?
6. What three things does the psalmist tell you to do in verses 8-9? Come into his courts, worship the LORD, and tremble before Him.
7. What will the LORD do when he reigns? What will be the reaction of the heavens, the earth, the field, and all the trees?
8. The alternate translation of 96:9 is “worship the LORD in holy attire.” How does this relate to Romans 13:14?
9. This psalm, wholly praise, is closely tied to Mary’s Magnificat in Luke 1:46-55.
Psalm 97
1. Verse 1 is the point of this psalm. Draw a picture with your favorite coloring tools. Then print this verse as a caption at the bottom.
2. Who rejoices in verse 1? In verse 8?
3. Who is glad in verse 1? In verse 8?
4. What four things are associated with God in verses 3-5?
fire goes - burns up adversaries
lightnings - light up world
earth sees - trembles
mountains - melt like wax
Draw a cartoon progression depicting these three verses.
5. What four things are promised to those who hate evil in verses 10-12?
6. Add 97:2 to the “throne” page in your journal.
Add 97:4 and 97:11 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 97:10 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 97:11 to the “heart” page in your journal.
7. Compare Psalm 97:7 with Psalm 96:5. Then read Jonah 2:8. How do these three verses relate to one another?
Psalm 98
1. The word “marvelous” in verse 1 is Strongs #6381 and means “to be separate, distinguished, singular, extraordinary, astonishing.” That’s what God’s great work of atonement through the Messiah is - his great work as an act of intercession. Can you make a list of astonishing or extraordinary things?
2. In verses 2-3, three groups of people are called to worship. Can you find the three groups?
3. This psalm is broken into three sections: Verses 1-3 show God’s righteousness in the past; Verses 4-6 exhort us to shout for joy; Verses 7-9 declare His coming rule in righteousness.
4. Read verse 9 and then read John 5:22. Who is our Judge?
5. Add 98:1 and 98:8 to the “hand” page in your journal.
Add 98:6 to the “horn” page in your journal.
Psalm 99
1. This is a holy psalm; it’s the 7th in the set of 8.
A. There’s a triple repetition of “holy.” Can you find them?
B. “He” is used seven times - Can you find them?
C. “The LORD” is spoken of seven times. Can you find them?
Seven is used synonymously with promising or making an oath. Can you find what God is promising to His people?
2. Add 99:1 to the “throne” page in your journal.
3. Read Revelation 4:8. How does this psalm relate to the verse in Revelation?
4. Find the song “Holy, Mighty Majesty” by Dwight Armstrong. Sing it.
Psalm 100
1. There are so many songs based on this psalm. Find one and sing it:
“Come into His Presence”
“He Has Made Me Glad”
“Make a Joyful Noise”
2. This is the only psalm with this title: a psalm for giving thanks. Make a list of all the blessings for which you are thankful.
3. There are seven imperatives - things the reader is called to do. Can you find all seven? (make a joyful noise, serve the LORD, come into his presence, know that he is God, enter his gates, give thanks, bless his name.)
4. There are four reasons given for why we should be thankful. Can you find them? (he made us, we are his, his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.)
5. Read the devotional in the NIrV.
6. Sing the Dwight Armstrong song, “Sing to the Lord With Cheerful Voice.”
Psalm 101
1. There are five psalms in this section which talk about dwelling with God. Psalm 90, 91, 92, 101, and 102. God back and make a note of the specific verses in each psalm which talk about dwelling with God.
2. Add 101:2, 101:4 and 101:5 to the “heart” page in your journal.
3. Read the first half of verse 3. Is there anything that you set before your eyes that is worthless? How about the tv? Video games?
4. There are five specific sins listed in this psalm. Can you find them? (slander, haughty, arrogant, deceitful, utters lies) How important do you think truth is to God? How seriously does He consider a “little white lie”?
Psalm 102
1. There are five passionate requests in verses 1-2. List them in your journal.
2. There are five problems listed in verses 3-11. List them in your journal.
3. Add 102:4 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 102:12 to the “throne” page in your journal.
Add 102:25 to the “hand” page in your journal.
4. Notice the parallels between verses 3-4 and verses 23-24.
Notice the parallels between verse 11 and verses 25-26.
5. What is the earth and the heavens compared to in verse 25-26? Can you draw a cartoon of what this might look like?
Psalm 103
1. Sing Dwight Armstrong’s “Bless The Lord Eternal, O My Soul.”
2. Note that Psalms 103 and 104 are complementary. What is the theme of both?
3. This is a hymn to God’s love and compassion. Note the recital of personal blessings in verses 2-5. What has God done for him? Now make a list of what God has done for you.
4. Read Exodus 34:6 and Psalm 86:15. To what verse in this psalm are these two very similar?
5. How does God deal with His people and their sins, according to verses 8-13? Why? Verse 14.
6. What is man compared to? (Verses 15-16)
7. God’s love is from everlasting to everlasting - beyond the vanishing point.
How does this characterization of God make you feel? Do you feel like praising Him for His compassion? Write a poem or sing a song of praise to Him.
8. How far does God remove our sin from us? (Verse 12)
9. Add 103:19 to the “throne” page in your journal.
10. Verses 20-22 are the concluding call to praise. Who is called to praise the Lord?
Psalm 104
1. Read Genesis 1 before reading this psalm.
2. This is a psalm, a hymn to the Creator, telling of the glory of the Maker and Sustainer. Can you think of a song which celebrates God’s creative ability? Can you write a poem or song to praise Him for being Creator?
3. Add 104:2 to the “light” page in your journal.
Add 104:3 to the “wings” page in your journal.
Add 104:14 and 104:15 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 104:21 to the “lion” page in your journal.
Add 104:28 to the “hand” page in your journal.
4. What Day of Creation Week is described in verse 2? (Day 1 - light)
5. What Day of Creation Week is described in verses 2-4? (Day 2 -heavens)
6. What Day of Creation Week is described in verses 5-9? (Day 3)
7. Using your favorite color tools, draw a picture to illustrate verses 10-14.
8. On what day of Creation Week
a. were the beasts created? (verse 11 & 18 - on Day 6)
b. were the birds created? (verse 12 & 17 - on Day 5)
c. were the plants created? (verse 14 & 16 - on Day 3)
d. were the sun and moon created? (verses 19-23 - on Day 4)
9. What do the sun and the moon do? The orderly cycles of life on earth are governed by the sun and the moon.
10. Verses 31 and 32 along with verse 1 frame this psalm. How do they do that?
Psalm 105
1. This is a historical psalm. What would be the purpose of this psalm?
2. There are 10 imperatives (commands) in verses 1-5. Can you find all 10? (give thanks, call, make known, sing, tell, glory, rejoice, seek the Lord, seek his presence, remember)
3. Add 105:3 and 105:25 to the “heart” page in your journal.
Add 105:39 to the “light” page in your journal.
4. Verses 5-7 tell who to remember? Verses 8-11 verify that who remembers?
5. Verses 28-36 tell of what historical event in Egypt? Read Exodus 7-12
6. What is the reason given for God supplying His people with protection, food, and water? (verse 42)
7. What was the reason God gave his people the promised land? (verse 45)
8. Coming out of Egypt is such a picture of God rescuing each one of us from bondage to sin. Write your own psalm retelling what God has done in your life to rescue from what you were before you came to Christ.
9. Sing the Dwight Armstrong song “Oh Give Thanks and Praise the Eternal!”
Psalm 106
1. This psalm is also a historical psalm, but it’s purpose is much different from the praise of Psalm 105. Read through these verses and try to get a feel for what the overall tone is. Hint: it’s a warning.
2. For what three reasons does the psalmist want God to remember him? (verse 5)
3. Make a list of the rebellious, sinful acts of God’s people that are enumerated. Start with verse 6. You should find many examples!
4. Add 106:10, 106:26, 106:41 to the “hand” page in your journal.
5. Verses 6-43 tell of the continual cycle of rebellion and God’s deliverance, the people praising God, but then soon forgetting again.
6. Verses 44-48 have a different tone. Rather than the judgment of the previous verses, these verses show what? (mercy)
7. How does Book Four of the Psalms end? Praise the Lord.
8. This is a scary psalm. We are so much like the Israelites of old. We treat God like a genie who is there to save us, but when things are going well, we don’t have time for Him. Write a prayer in your journal to God confessing your tendency to put yourself first, rather than God.