Scripture and Questions for Study and Reflection:

Read Psalm 119: 137-152.

1. In the first few verses, David describes God as righteous, faithful and trustworthy. What do these words mean to you? In what ways is God all of these things?

2. Chandler sums up the attributes of God in one word: Holy! What does the word holy mean to you?

3. Chandler says one of the biggest problems we have as humans is forgetfulness. What do you think he meant by that? In what ways are we forgetful regarding our relationship with God?

4. Chandler says that what we all desperately need most is nearness to God. Do you agree? What gets in the way of this nearness?

5. Chandler shares the usage of the Hebrew word “hesed” as meaning steadfast love. In what ways have you experienced God’s “hesed” in your life?

6. What are the four marks of a Christian Chandler outlines in the video? How are those marks present in your life, or not?

7. Chandler talks about “knowing” God vs. “knowing about” God. What’s the difference? Which one best describes your relationship with God?

8. What does Chandler say is the greatest consequence of our sin? Why is this such an important problem for us to overcome? (Hint: it relates to question #4.)

Prayer for the Week:
Lord, our greatest desire is to fully experience your steadfast love and live our lives in nearness to you. We want to do more than merely know about you; we want to know you fully, deeply and intimately. Forgive us for all the times that we forget what your Word teaches us and we drift away from you. Don’t let us drift too far. Come after us. Pursue us. Chase us down and change us from the inside out, through the power of your Holy Spirit, into all that you created us to be. We know that we often fall short, but that you are always righteous, faithful and trustworthy. For all of this, we give you thanks and praise. 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.