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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\\u2019s passage. In what ways do you see God\\u2019s grace shining through David\\u2019s 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, \\u201cIt is time for you to act, Lord.\\u201d? 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\\u2019s 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, \\u201clet no iniquity get dominion over me.\\u201d How could \\u201csin rule over\\u201d or \\u201cget dominion over\\u201d 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 \\u201cstreams of tears flow from my (David\\u2019s) eyes\\u201d? In what ways might David\\u2019s 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 \\u201cGod\\u2019s grace is not meant to terminate on you, but overflow out of you onto others.\\u201d 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 \\u2013 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.