Psalm 33:6-12
6 By the word of the LORD the heavens were made,
and by the breath of his mouth all their host.
7 He gathers the waters of the sea as a heap;
he puts the deeps in storehouses.
8 Let all the earth fear the LORD;
let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him!
9 For he spoke, and it came to be;
he commanded, and it stood firm.
10 The LORD brings the counsel of the nations to nothing;
he frustrates the plans of the peoples.
11 The counsel of the LORD stands forever,
the plans of his heart to all generations.
12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD,
the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!
Main Idea
WE TRUST GOD BECAUSE HE IS GOOD.
Outline
1. TRUST BECAUSE HIS WORD IS GOOD (6-9)
2. TRUST BECAUSE HIS WORK IS GOOD (10-12)
Discussion Questions
Trust because his Word is good (PSALM 33:6-9)
What does these verses teach us about the power and reliability of God’s Word? How does this language echo Genesis 1 and other creation passages (e.g., John 1:1–3; Hebrews 11:3)?
How does seeing God’s Word as creative and trustworthy strengthen our faith?
Verse 8 says, “Let all the earth fear the LORD; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him.” What does it mean to “stand in awe” of God in everyday life? How can awe lead to deeper trust?
How might trusting in God’s Word help you face uncertainty or anxiety?
Trust because his work is good (PSALM 33:10-12)
What do these verses reveal about God’s control over human plans and world events? What does this teach us about the limits of human wisdom and political power?
How does knowing that God’s purposes prevail give you confidence in a chaotic world?
Verse 12 says, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage.” What does this verse teach us about belonging to God? How does being part of God’s people deepen our trust in His goodness?
Can you think of a time when you saw God’s “good work” in your life, even if it didn’t make sense at first?
Looking Forward
In the upcoming days and weeks, what would it look like this week to take one step of deeper trust in God’s goodness?
Prayer Focus
Pray for…
The people of Peace Church to be so aware of the goodness of God that we respond in praise and trust.
The members of your community group to be able to walk together and encourage each other as we live lives trusting God’s Word and work.
The lost to be made aware of the lack of trustworthiness in everything they rely on.
All Christians to confess our propensity to trust human wisdom and systems more than God’s Word.
Yourself to better understand and live in light of the truth that God is good and we can trust in Him.