+ Read Scripture
Psalm 131
1 A Song of Ascents. Of David.
O LORD, my heart is not lifted up; my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me.
2 But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me.
3 O Israel, hope in the LORD from this time forth and forevermore.
Talk Sheet Questions
KQ - Describe a proud person. What do they do that makes you think they are proud? (1)
Why might it be a problem to lift up your heart, raise your eyes, or occupy yourself with great things? (1)
What is the benefit, do you think, in telling the Lord that you’re not going to lift yourself up? Doesn’t he already know? (1)
When would someone calm and quiet their soul? How would they do to accomplish that? What would they do? (2)
What are the characteristics of a weaned child that you would want for your soul? (2)
Why do you think this final plea for Israel to hope in Yahweh is here? (3)
Prayer
Pray for humility and quiet for your soul!