Psalms NIV

Question 1

Psalms 1:1

Answer 1

Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,

Question 2

Psalms 1:2

Answer 2

but whose delight is in the law of the lord, and who meditates in his law day and night.

Question 3

Psalms 1:3

Answer 3

That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither - whatever they do prospers.

Question 4

Psalms 1:4

Answer 4

Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away.

Question 5

Psalms 1:5

Answer 5

Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgement, nor sinners in the assembly with the righteous.

Question 6

Psalms 1:6

Answer 6

For the lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction.

Question 7

Psalms 2:1

Answer 7

Why do the nations conspire* and peoples plot in vain?

Question 8

Psalms 2:2

Answer 8

The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the Lord and against his anointed, saying,

Question 9

Psalms 2:3

Answer 9

“Let us break their chains and throw off their shackles.”

Question 10

Psalms 2:4

Answer 10

The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them.

Question 11

Psalms 2:5

Answer 11

He rebukes them in his anger and terrifies them in his wrath, saying,

Question 12

Psalms 2:6

Answer 12

“I have installed my king on Zion, my holy mountain.”

Question 13

Psalms 2:7

Answer 13

I will proclaim the LORD’s decree: He said to me, “You are my son, today I have become your father.

Question 14

Psalms 2:8

Answer 14

Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession.

Question 15

Psalms 2:9

Answer 15

You will break them with a rod of iron*; you will dash them to pieces like pottery.”

Question 16

Psalms 2:10

Answer 16

Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth.

Question 17

Psalms 2:11

Answer 17

Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling.

Question 18

Psalms 2:12

Answer 18

Kiss his son, or he will be angry and your way will lead to your destruction, for his wrath can flare up in a moment. Blessed are all who take refuge in him.

Question 19

Psalms 3:1

Answer 19

“Lord, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me!”

Question 20

Psalms 3:2

Answer 20

Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.”

Question 21

Psalms 3:3

Answer 21

But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.

Question 22

Psalms 3:4

Answer 22

I call out to the Lord, and he answers me from his holy mountain.

Question 23

Psalms 3:5

Answer 23

I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.

Question 24

Psalms 3:6

Answer 24

I will not fear thought tens of thousands assail me on every side.

Question 25

Psalms 3:7

Answer 25

Arise, Lord! Deliver me, my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.

Question 26

Psalms 3:8

Answer 26

From the Lord comes deliverance. May your blessing be on your people.

Question 27

Psalms 4:1

Answer 27

Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

Question 28

Psalms 4:2

Answer 28

How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will love delusions and seek false gods*?

Question 29

Psalms 4:3

Answer 29

Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.

Question 30

Psalms 4:4

Answer 30

Tremble* and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.

Question 31

Psalms 4:5

Answer 31

Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the Lord.

Question 32

Psalms 4:6

Answer 32

Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us.

Question 33

Psalms 4:7

Answer 33

Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.

Question 34

Psalms 4:8

Answer 34

In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

Question 35

Psalms 5:1

Answer 35

Listen to my words, Lord, consider my lament.

Question 36

Psalms 5:2

Answer 36

Hear my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray.

Question 37

Psalms 5:3

Answer 37

In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning, I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.

Question 38

Psalms 5:4

Answer 38

For you are not a God who is pleased with wickedness; with you, evil people are not welcome.

Question 39

Psalms 5:5

Answer 39

The arrogant can not stand in your presence. You hate all who do wrong;

Question 40

Psalms 5:6

Answer 40

you destroy those who tell lies. The bloodthirsty and deceitful you, Lord, detest.

Question 41

Psalms 5:7

Answer 41

But, I, by your great love, can come into your house; in reverence I bow down toward your holy temple.

Question 42

Psalms 5:8

Answer 42

Lead me, Lord, in your righteousness
because of my enemies— make your way straight before me.

Question 43

Psalms 5:9

Answer 43

Not a word from their mouth can be trusted; their heart is filled with malice. Their throat is an open grave; with their tongues they tell lies.

Question 44

Psalms 5:10

Answer 44

Declare them guilty, O God! Let their intrigues be their downfall. Banish them for their many sins, for they have rebelled against you.

Question 45

Psalms 5:11

Answer 45

But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them every sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.

Question 46

Psalms 5:12

Answer 46

Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.