A Sacrifice of Thanksgiving

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Nov 16, 2014 by: Dale Thiele Scripture: Psalm 50:1-23 Tags: worship, Judgement, theology, thanksgving, vows, Psalms

A Sacrifice of Thanksgiving
Psalm 50

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Questions for Further Study or Group Discussion

  1. Read Psalm 50. Bible scholars typically categorize psalms by type: adoration, lament, wisdom, thanksgiving, psalms of remembrance, psalms of confidence, and kingship psalms. What type is this psalm? In other words, what is the aim of the author of this psalm?
  2. What do we learn about God in this psalm? Why is this so important? What do we learn about the people of God in this psalm? How are you similar to them?
  3. According to verses 14-15, how do we glorify God? What is a sacrifice of thanksgiving? How do we perform vows to God? How does calling on God for help glorify God?