Why does David describe God as his “rock”? What the implications of this term? How can these theological realities serve to encourage our souls when we are suffering?

What is the significance of 144:3-4? How would you describe the truths presented these verses? Surprising? Unexpected? Difficult to believe? How does your soul react to these truths? Why?

144:5-8 descries how God has come to us to save us, and 144:9-10 describes our response of worship and praise. How does our theology (what God has done for us) inform and drive our doxology (our worship of God)? What ways can you be growing in your theology (your understanding of God)? What ways can you grow in your doxology (your worship of God)?

Describe your prayer life. Do you boldly bring your requests before God (like 144:12-14)? Or do you experience hesitance, and reluctance in this area? Why?

What would it look like for us to trust God with our practical needs, and to petition him to meet them (144:12-14), while also delighting in God, and enjoying Him as our greatest treasure (144:15)?

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