Psalm 63: The Consequences of an Encounter with God

Psalms: Seeking God’s Presence. Psalm 63 – The Consequences of an Encounter with God

Read Psalm 63

Read it again, in a different translation.

• What stands out to you?
• Are there any particular phrases or images in this Psalm that you find compelling?

In verse 2, the author recalls a moment in his life where he experienced God in a personal way.

• As a group, what stories do we have of times when we have had a close encounter with God?

Later on in the Psalm (vv. 6-8), the writer speaks of how he does his best to remain near to God.

• What things do you do that help you stay near to God?
• What does nearness to God look for you? What does it feel like?

The Psalm ends on a confident note with a clear expression of hope in God’s goodness.

• Thinking about your own life and where you are at, how strong is your hope in God at the moment?
• What is one thing you could do to strengthen your hope in him?