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Psalm 85

Psalm 85 is a powerful and introspective Psalm that reflects on God's faithfulness and the need for restoration and forgiveness. Here are some discussion questions organized by sections of the Psalm to help people relate it to their own cultural setting:

Verses 1-3:

  1. The psalmist begins by remembering and reflecting on God's past acts of favor and forgiveness. How does this understanding of God's character and actions relate to your own cultural understanding of forgiveness and second chances?

  2. In what ways can we pray for restoration and forgiveness individually and collectively as a community of believers? How can we express our longing for God's favor and mercy in our own cultural context?

Verses 4-7:

  1. The psalmist entreats God for restoration and revival. How can we, in our own cultural context, express our deep desire for God's intervention and renewal in our lives and communities?

  2. The psalmist speaks of experiencing God's love and faithfulness. How does the concept of God's love and faithfulness resonate with your cultural understanding of God's character?

Verses 8-9:

  1. The psalmist listens for God's voice and guidance. How can we, in our own cultural context, seek God's wisdom and direction in our daily lives?

  2. The psalmist speaks of peace and salvation. How do these themes of peace and salvation connect with your cultural beliefs and aspirations?

Verses 10-11:

  1. The psalmist reflects on the interplay between God's love and faithfulness, righteousness and peace. How can we, in our own cultural context, strive for the balance of these qualities in our relationships and interactions with others?

  2. In what ways do the psalmist's words about truth springing up from the earth and righteousness looking down from heaven relate to your cultural understanding of justice and righteousness?

Verses 12-13:

  1. The psalmist speaks of prosperity and abundance resulting from God's favor. How do these concepts of prosperity and abundance connect with your cultural understanding of God's blessings?

  2. The psalmist also speaks of God's path and ways being known. How can we, in our own cultural context, seek to align our lives with God's ways and purposes?

Overall Questions:

  1. How does this Psalm inspire you to seek God's forgiveness, restoration, and renewal in your own life? Are there any particular words, phrases, or ideas that you find especially meaningful or relatable?

  2. In what ways can you apply the teachings and themes of this Psalm to your daily life and relationship with God, considering your own cultural context?

  3. How does this Psalm speak to the need for forgiveness and restoration in your cultural setting? How can we, as a community, promote forgiveness, peace, and reconciliation in light of God's love and faithfulness?

Feel free to adapt these questions to fit the specific cultural context and add any additional questions that arise during your discussions.