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The Psalms of Christmas - Psalm 2

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The Psalms of Christmas - Psalm 2

Psalm 2

Greg Pollak

Introduction

  • 25 Psalms about the Messiah

  • 1 out of ever 6 Psalms

  • In those 25 Psalms there are approx. 70 references to the messiah that are fulfilled by Jesus


The Voices of Psalm 2

The Voice of Resistance

  • Psalm 2:1-3

  • Genesis 3:1-2

  • Genesis 3:6-7

  • Romans 5:17


The Voice of the Father

  • Psalm 2:4-6

  • Galatians 5:1

  • Psalm 2:4-6

  • Luke 1:35

  • Luke 2:10-11


The Voice of the Son

  • Psalm 2:7-9

  • Acts 13:32-33

  • Psalm 2:7-9

  • John 14:6

  • Mark 2:16-17

  • Matthew 11:28-30


The Voice of the Holy Spirit

  • Psalm 2:10-12

  • John 16:7-8

  • John 16:13

  • Psalm 2:10-12

  • 1 Kings 19:18

  • Luke 7:44-48

  • Psalm 2:10-12


Application

Which voice is getting your ear? The World or God?


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Warmup Question

“Whose voice most shapes your decisions right now—news, social media, friends, family, or God’s Word? How can you tell?”


The Voices of Psalm 2

The Voice of Resistance

Read: Psalm 2:1–3


Supporting Scriptures: Genesis 3:1–2; Genesis 3:6–7; Romans 5:17


What emotions or attitudes do you hear in Psalm 2:1–3?


How does this sound similar to the serpent’s voice in Genesis 3?


According to Romans 5:17, what does rebellion ultimately promise—and what does it actually deliver?


Key Insight: The voice of resistance always frames God’s rule as restriction, not protection.


The Voice of the Father

Read: Psalm 2:4–6

Supporting Scriptures: Galatians 5:1; Luke 1:35; Luke 2:10–11


Why do you think God responds to rebellion with calm authority rather than panic?


How does Galatians 5:1 clarify the kind of freedom God intends?


What do Luke 1–2 reveal about how God establishes His King—not by force, but by incarnation?


Key Insight: God’s authority is not threatened by human resistance.


The Voice of the Son

Read: Psalm 2:7–9


Supporting Scriptures:

Acts 13:32–33; John 14:6; Mark 2:16–17; Matthew 11:28–30


How does Acts 13 connect Psalm 2 directly to Jesus’ resurrection?


Jesus claims exclusive authority in John 14:6—why is that comforting to some and offensive to others?


How do Mark 2 and Matthew 11 show the tone of Jesus’ authority?


Key Insight: Jesus rules not by crushing sinners, but by calling them to Himself.


The Voice of the Holy Spirit

Read: Psalm 2:10–12


Supporting Scriptures: John 16:7–8; John 16:13; 1 Kings 19:18; Luke 7:44–48


What kind of warning—and invitation—do you hear in Psalm 2:10–12?


According to John 16, how does the Spirit guide people toward truth rather than condemnation?


How do the stories in 1 Kings 19 and Luke 7 show God pursuing hearts quietly but persistently?


Key Insight: The Spirit doesn’t shout over us—He invites us to respond.


Application & Reflection

Which voice is getting your ear most right now—the world’s resistance or God’s invitation?


What voice do you most default to when you feel pressure, fear, or uncertainty?


What is one practical way you can intentionally listen for God’s voice this week?


How can your home become a place where God’s voice is normalized?

  • Scripture at meals?

  • Prayer in moments of stress?

  • Talking openly about competing voices?


Closing Truth: Blessed are all who take refuge in Him (Psalm 2:12).


Prayer Prompt: Ask God to…

  • Quiet the false voices

  • Anchor hearts in Christ’s authority

  • Tune ears to the Spirit’s leading

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