All About That Grace

Scripture and Questions for Study and Reflection:

Read Psalm 119: 121-136.

1. Pastor Mick said he was using the Wesleyan understanding of grace as the background for today’s passage. In what ways do you see God’s grace shining through David’s words today?

2. Chandler says that David, having come to know God, longs for others to know that good news. Do you see this desire of David in these verses? If so, where?

3. How does David describe himself in verses 122, 124 and 125? What does it mean to be a servant of the Lord?

4. What do you think David means in verse 126 when he says, “It is time for you to act, Lord.”? When have you felt the same way David is feeling?

5. Read verse 132. Why would David need mercy? What does David reveal in this verse regarding God’s propensity to show mercy to sinners? How should this impact the way we view ourselves and others?

6. Read verse 133. Chandler uses a translation that says, “let no iniquity get dominion over me.” How could “sin rule over” or “get dominion over” David if he has chosen to follow God? How might this be a warning to every Christian regarding the dangers of sin and backsliding, even when we feel our faith is strong?

7. Why do “streams of tears flow from my (David’s) eyes”? In what ways might David’s feelings be similar to those of Jesus in Luke 19: 41-44 or Paul in Acts 17: 16? Do you ever feel this way?

8. Chandler says that “God’s grace is not meant to terminate on you, but overflow out of you onto others.” What does he mean by that? How is that working in your own life?

Prayer for the Week:
Lord, we know that the world is a dangerous place, full of temptations, false teachings and selfish behaviors. Show us the better way – your way! Give us wisdom and understanding, through your love, mercy and grace, to live the way you created us to live. And work through us to help others do the same. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil and sin. Break our hearts for what breaks yours, O God, and cause your grace to overflow out of us and onto those around us. We pray all of this in the strong name of Jesus, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, now and forever. Amen.