Do you ever have difficulty dealing with anger? More than a dozen or so Psalms express anger while crying out for justice and revenge. These Psalms are categorized as imprecatory. Psalm 109 is the longest and most detailed in its description of vengeance with words like, “May his days be few; may another take his place.” Let’s consider the role that anger plays in our lives, our relationship with God, and in the book of Psalms. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. While expressing intense anger, how do you find David framing his thoughts and words around the character and actions of God at the beginning (verse 1) and ending (verses 21-31) of this Psalm? How could presenting our anger, complaints, and honest feelings to God be a faithful act of worship? 2. From the curses pronounced by David in verses 2-20, what catches your attention? What does this Psalm, and others like it, teach us about God, about ourselves and our experiences, and about our relationship with God? What do you think about using this kind of language in prayer? 3. What did you hear this weekend that inspired you, challenged you, or sparked disagreement or further consideration? 4. Consider your recent life and significant moments or seasons from your past that give rise to powerful emotions. Are there difficult emotions or experiences you need to process with God? 5. Is there anyone you know who is going through a difficult experience? How could you reach out to them, take a step toward introducing them to Jesus or to finding their next step to follow Jesus, or simply be present for them? 6. Here’s a project for this week. Make a log (either mental or physical) for each time you feel anger rising. How could you give yourself permission to be angry, explore your anger, express it healthy ways, and give your anger over to God?