PSALMS 30:1-36:12
Review: MAJOR CLASSIFICATIONS OF PSALMS:
* Praise psalms. These focus on the person of God and praise Him by describing His nature or His qualities. This type of psalm is illustrated by Psalms 33, 103, and 139.
* Historical/Wisdom psalms. These review God's dealings with His people. Illustrations are Psalms 68, 78, 105, and 106.
* Relational psalms. These psalms explore the personal relationship which exists between God and the believer. They are illustrated by Psalms 8, 16, 20, 23, and 55.
* Imprecatory psalms. These are psalms in which the worshiper calls on God to overthrow the wicked. Among them are Psalms 35, 69, 109, and 137.
* Penitential psalms. In these the psalmist expresses sorrow over his failures and confesses his sins to God. Examples are Psalms 6, 32, 51, 102, 130, and 143.
* Messianic psalms. These psalms refer in some way to Christ, who is to come from David's family line. Many such psalms are indicated by references in the New Testament. Psalms which the New Testament indicates refer to Christ are Psalms 2, 8, 16, 22, 40, 45, 69, 72, 89, 102, 109–110, and 132.
* Liturgical psalms. These are psalms which were used in Israel's worship at specific times of the year or on special occasions. Liturgical psalms may be illustrated by Psalms 30, 92, and Psalms 120–134.[1]
Psalm 30: A Song of Praise for the Mercies of God (A Praise Psalm)
Ø List what God did for which David rejoiced.
Ø What does this Psalm teach about God's mercy?
Ø Notice David's response to God's mercy. Application for us?
Psalm 31: The Lord is my Refuge (A Praise Psalm)
Ø What adjectives does David use to describe how God cares for him?
Ø What act or decision of David's delivered him from the troubles around him (vs. 14)?
Ø Notice David's exaltation in verses 23-24. Is that your prayer and praise also?
Psalms 32: God's Blessings (A Praise Psalm)
Ø What does David count as his blessings?
Ø What did David do to free himself from God's "heavy hand"?
Ø Who is David's "hiding place"? How about you, who is your "hiding place"?
Psalm 33: Praise to You O Lord! (A Praise Psalm)
Ø In what ways did David praise the Lord? Application for us?
Ø Was David a believer in evolution?
Ø Who is in ultimate control of the nations on earth? What does this tell us about man's attempts to control his own destiny?
Psalm 34: God is the Deliverer (A Praise Psalm)
Ø From what did God deliver David?
Ø How does the Lord protect His own?
Ø Does the Lord hear us when we are in distress? Application?
Psalm 35: Praise the Lord (An Imprecatory Psalm)
Ø How did David's enemies persecute him?
Ø To whom did David call to contend with his enemies?
Ø Application for us?
Ø Are imprecatory prayers applicable for today?
Psalm 36: Lord, Hear My Cry (A Relational Psalm)
Ø How does David view the wicked?
Ø How does David view God?
Ø Do we believe that God's love will overcome wickedness?
[1]Richards, L., & Richards, L. O. (1987). The teacher's commentary. Includes index. (326).
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