July 11, 2020
For the next 15 days we will be reading through the Psalms of Ascent together as a church! The Psalms of Ascent are a collection of 15 psalms (Psalms 120-134) that pilgrims would sing on their way up to Jerusalem to worship. These songs are meant to instruct and prepare the hearts of the traveler to worship the Lord! As sojourners and aliens in this world, we too need to have our hearts prepared for and instructed in the worship of our God. Let’s meditate on these psalms and allow the Spirit of the Lord to move us to true worship as we seek Him together!
This is a royal psalm in which the pilgrim disciple expresses confidence in the Lord’s faithfulness to his covenant with David. They would sing this song, saying outright that they were on their way to Jerusalem to worship (v.6-7), and ask the Lord to fulfill His purpose in His people. They reflect on the promises that God made to David (v.11-12) and rejoice in the hope that He will restore the Davidic line (v.17-18).
As we reflect on this psalm, we remember that God’s promises to David were fulfilled in the person and work of Jesus Christ! Jesus is our Davidic King; He has clothed His priests with righteousness and salvation, His saints with joy; He has made His dwelling place (the church) to prosper!
This psalm is a testament to the faithfulness of God to His promises. Every one of His promises to His people are yes and amen in Jesus Christ. Let’s celebrate that truth and trust Him in every circumstance as we worship Him!
Psalm 132
The Lord Has Chosen Zion
A Song of Ascents.
132 Remember, O Lord, in David’s favor,
all the hardships he endured,
2 how he swore to the Lord
and vowed to the Mighty One of Jacob,
3 “I will not enter my house
or get into my bed,
4 I will not give sleep to my eyes
or slumber to my eyelids,
5 until I find a place for the Lord,
a dwelling place for the Mighty One of Jacob.”
6 Behold, we heard of it in Ephrathah;
we found it in the fields of Jaar.
7 “Let us go to his dwelling place;
let us worship at his footstool!”
8 Arise, O Lord, and go to your resting place,
you and the ark of your might.
9 Let your priests be clothed with righteousness,
and let your saints shout for joy.
10 For the sake of your servant David,
do not turn away the face of your anointed one.
11 The Lord swore to David a sure oath
from which he will not turn back:
“One of the sons of your body
I will set on your throne.
12 If your sons keep my covenant
and my testimonies that I shall teach them,
their sons also forever
shall sit on your throne.”
13 For the Lord has chosen Zion;
he has desired it for his dwelling place:
14 “This is my resting place forever;
here I will dwell, for I have desired it.
15 I will abundantly bless her provisions;
I will satisfy her poor with bread.
16 Her priests I will clothe with salvation,
and her saints will shout for joy.
17 There I will make a horn to sprout for David;
I have prepared a lamp for my anointed.
18 His enemies I will clothe with shame,
but on him his crown will shine.”
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.
Family Discussion Question:
- How does God’s faithfulness to His promises encourage you to live for Him? How does it change your outlook on life to know that not only is God willing and able to deliver on His promises, but He actually does it?
Dear Heavenly Father,
“How great is Thy faithfulness, moment by moment new mercies I see.” This is a wonderful song of truth that resonates in my heart. You truly have provided all that we need to live a life for You. Thank You for loving us and being so faithful and true. Help us all to believe that what You promise, You deliver. I can live through these trying times with confidence knowing that it is not our final dwelling place. Until then, I will pledge my faithfulness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Father, thank you for loving and caring from me and mine. You have been faithful to hold me in the palm of your hand during this difficult walk. You are renewing my strength. You are renewing my joy. You, Father, are not through with me, yet. I surrender to your army. Take my life for your glory and honor. Now, let’s be going to find one more for you son, Jesus. Amen.
Thank you Father for always being there for me. Thank you for keeping me by your side. You take care of me and my family so well. You watch over us always. I have all the faith and trust in you for all my blessings and my blessings yet to come. In Jesus name I pray Amen
Thank you God for being our provider and that our faith is in you.
Love this Psalm y’all ?
Verse 12 …If your sons keep my covenant and my testimonies that I shall teach them, then their sons also forever shall sit on your throne. (Us priests and Saints of the most high!!)
Verse 14 _ 18…..there I will make a horn ( Christ? ) to sprout for David;
Ihave prepared a lamp for for my annointed , (The liitle horn in Daniels prophecies was about the antichrist. The anti_horn?Just wondering? …
It amazes me how scripture reveals nuggets of information that helps confirm other parts. Gods word is sure and true) God has not left us in the dark. Its up to us to delve into the word to confirm our faith jn Him. Alleluiah to the King.!!!
Dear God our father , your promises did not fail. Thank you for our Lord Jesus who is our “horn” of salvation. Amen.
Thank you O Lord for always being so faithful. Thank you that you make good on your promises. Help me Lord to always depend on you and look to you for guidance and direction. Help your children get through this season of uncertainty. We know you’re in control of all. Thank you for another day to worship you. In Jesus name, Amen
Thank you Lord for another day. Thank you for your precious promises & thank you for keeping your promises. Thank you for keeping me & my family safe during these trying times. Please heal our land & help people turn to you. In Jesus name, Amen.
“The steadfast love of the Lord never changes,
His mercies never come to an end
Great is Thy faithfulness O Lord, great is Thy faithfulness. ”
Thank You Lord that Your promises are yes and amen!!!!
Thank you Lord for your promised presence through Jesus and the Holy Spirit that lives in me. Your word gives me confidence because of the access I have to your wisdom and how it encourages me and challenges me.
This great Psalm confirms God’s promise to send One out of the line of David to sit on his throne forever. Our God is faithful, and He always keeps His promises! What an amazing, awesome and faithful God we serve!