Scripture Guide

Psalm 22 (Guide B)

Author

Scott B. Bullock

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Scripture (4)

Updated

Feb 19, 2025

AIM Commentary

Ancient lens

What’s the historical context?

A Structured Complaint

The Psalmist organizes his complaint against God in three sections. The first two sections dramatize the complaint (vv. 1-11 and vv. 12-21). The final section highlights the victory achieved by God for the Psalmist [1].

One thing that is striking about the Psalm is the emphatic doubling of the divine vocative in verse one, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” [2] In fact, it is a rather shocking beginning.

Reproach God?

If we were to merely read verses one and two in isolation from the remaining text, we might wonder whether the Psalmist’s confidence in God was on the brink of failure or that…

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Author

Scott B. Bullock

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Scott Bullock is a dedicated Board Member and Contributor with The Pastor’s Workshop, where he brings years of pastoral leadership and theological expertise to help equip church leaders for effective and faithful ministry. An ordained Presbyterian minister, Scott has served congregations across Illinois, New Jersey, and California, most recently in his role as an ordained pastor at Irvine Presbyterian Church. His ministry has been marked by a deep commitment to preaching, teaching, and nurturing the spiritual growth of those entrusted to his care.

Scott’s academic foundation is grounded in his passion for biblical studies and his desire to help others understand and live out the teachings of Scripture. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament Studies from Wheaton College, a Master of Divinity (MDiv) from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Master of Theology (ThM) in New Testament from Princeton Theological Seminary. This extensive theological training has shaped Scott’s approach to ministry, equipping him to serve as a pastor, teacher, and writer with a deep understanding of Scripture and its application in everyday life.

In addition to his work with The Pastor’s Workshop, Scott is actively involved in pastoral ministry, using his academic background and pastoral experience to help guide and mentor the next generation of church leaders. He is passionate about helping pastors grow in their understanding of the Bible and develop practical ministry skills.

Scott is married and enjoys the joys and challenges of parenting three teenage children. His life reflects a commitment to spiritual growth, not only in his church communities but also in his own family. Through his contributions to The Pastor’s Workshop and his ongoing ministry, Scott continues to inspire pastors and leaders to faithfully serve Christ and His Church.