Text: Psalm 2
Theme: We have a king, we hate the king, we need a king. (Tim Keller)
Open The Scriptures
Read Psalm 2:1–12 together out loud. Sit with the tension and the beauty in this passage.
Justice and Mercy in Tension
Psalm 2 gives a striking image of the King’s power—“breaking with a rod of iron” and “dashing like a potter’s vessel.”
How does this picture challenge or stretch your understanding of who God is—especially when it comes to His justice and His mercy?
2. “You Are My Son” – A Bigger Story
The psalm includes the phrase, “You are my Son; today I have begotten you.”
How does this verse echo in the New Testament (like in Acts 13 or at Jesus’ baptism)? What does it tell us about who Jesus is and what kind of King He came to be?
3. “Kiss the Son” – A Posture of the Heart
The psalm ends with a strong invitation: “Kiss the Son…”
What does this gesture mean? How might it shape the way we approach Jesus—not just as Savior, but as King?
4. A Word to Leaders (and Us)
Verses 10–12 offer a warning and an invitation to rulers of the earth to be wise and humble.
What wisdom do you see here for today’s leaders—or for any of us with influence? How do you think God is calling Christians to model wise leadership in this cultural moment?
Open Your Lives
Invite each person to reflect personally and honestly. Remind the group that there’s no pressure to “have it all together”—we’re learning to trust the King together.
- Finding Refuge When the World Rages
The sermon mentioned how anxiety is rising because of what’s happening in the world.
When you feel overwhelmed, what helps you remember that God is your refuge? How might this group help each other live into that truth?
2. Our Struggle with Surrender
We often resist authority—especially God’s. We are rebels at our core.
Can you share about a time when you struggled to submit to God’s will? What helped you move forward, and what did you learn about His character through it?
3. King or Consultant?
Tim Keller once said many treat Jesus like a consultant instead of a King.
When you think about your current life—your schedule, choices, priorities—does Jesus feel more like King or consultant? Where might He be inviting you to re-center?
4. The Kings We Follow
Even if we don’t have literal kings, we often let things rule us—success, approval, control, comfort.
What “kings” or influences are competing for your loyalty right now? What’s one small but real way you can begin to re-align your heart toward Jesus this week?