Psalm 63, 67, 24, 27, 16, 49, 11, 95

Grow:

• For a helpful guide to engage Psalms further, check out this resource.

• Use one of the Psalms reviewed today as a guide to direct your prayer time this week.

Share:

• The Psalms were Israel’s “hymn book” of praises to God. Who can your favorite hymn or worship song with this week?

• Now that the series is done, how will you continue to engage the Psalms in praise and worship?

Connect:

• Share a word or phrase from today’s Psalms that stood out to you. Why was it meaningful?

• How has your understanding of the book of Psalms changed through this series? Which of the Psalms was most impactful on you personally? Why?

• Explore Colossians 3:1-17 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 95

Grow:

• Watch this video to learn more about the King above all gods (v.3).

• As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 95.

• Which spiritual habits turn your heart towards God? (scripture, prayer, worship, community, gratitude, etc). What role do these practices play in your life right now? What needs to change?

Share:

• What competes for your worship or affection? How can remembering God’s greatness reorder your priorities?

• How does humility before God demonstrate that we are his people (c.6-7)? How can this change the way we approach others this week?

Connect:

• The Psalm repeatedly says, “come” and “let us.” What does this teach us about worship being both intentional and communal? How can we prioritize this together?

• How do we “go astray” in our hearts (v.10)? Where do we resist God’s leadership, question his goodness, or delay obedience? Share openly and pray for one another.

• Explore Psalm 130 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 49

Grow:

• To maintain a right view on the book of Psalms as a whole, check out this helpful resource.

• As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 49.

• Psalm 49 affirms that relationship with God is the only investment that lasts forevere. How will you more intentionally invest in your relationship with God and others this week?

Share:

• How can we enjoy God’s blessings without allowing them to become the source of our identity or security?

• How can we best encourage others to pursue eternal life over temporary investments?

Connect:

• Are you more tempted to fall into fearful intimidation or impressed admiration of wealth and success? How does this Psalm help to counter both temptations?

• How does the way you spend your time, attention, and money demonstrate where you put your trust? Why does that matter?

• Explore Psalm 95 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Psalm 27

Grow:

• Consider the biblical meaning of “Hear/Listen” (v.7) by watching this BibleProject video.

• As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 27.

• Set aside a chunk of time this week to quietly seek the Lord. No phone, no distractions, just meditating as you slowly read/pray through Psalm 27.

Share:

• What practices help you intentionally seek God’s presence instead of simply asking him to solve your problems?

• Which truth from Psalm 27 do you most need to preach to yourself this week?

Connect:

• Fear grows when we seek security in things other than God. What modern “false strongholds” are you most tempted to trust instead of the Lord? Why?

• What does “waiting on the Lord” practically look like for you in this season? Share then pray for one another.

• Explore Psalm 49 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.