Praying the Psalms with Augustine and Friends

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Praying the Psalms with Augustine and Friends

Discussion Questions

Some Christian denominations regularly pray and sing the Psalms. Others rarely do. What role (if any) do the Psalms play in your church?

After this first week of reading ancient Christian writers, what stands out to you? How have their ideas challenged your interpretation of the Psalms? In what ways would you want to challenge these writers?

Re-read Psalm 5. Can you think of a time when you knew what was right, but still gave into your sinful desires?

In Psalm 12, Valerian reflects on the power of speech. How can we tell when it is wise to speak up and when we should remain silent?

In his reflection on Psalm 4, Calvin speaks about resting “in God alone.” What daily or weekly practices cultivate this kind of rest?