Truth 101 Class

  Psalm 122 is in the Songs of Ascents series (Psalms 120-134). These songs were likely sung during the three annual festival processions to Jerusalem (Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles). Psalm 122, in particular, is a psalm of David. He is within the gates of Jerusalem, describing the city, and praying for its peace. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-2 What makes us glad to be able to "go to the house of the LORD" together? Verses 3-5 What descriptions of Jerusalem in these verses would be beneficial to be able to be said of the Church as well? Verses 6-9 Jerusalem means "city of peace." In light of what is happening in Israel today, take time now to "pray for the peace of Jerusalem." If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Pray for Peace in Jerusalem" by Tom Mottershead:   Link

  Psalm 121 is in the Songs of Ascents series (Psalms 120-134). These songs were likely sung during the three annual festival processions to Jerusalem (Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles). In Psalm 121, we have the assurance that the Creator God is our helper and keeper. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-2 Why is it beneficial to lift my eyes up to the LORD whenever I need help? Verses 3-8 In what ways is God our Keeper or Protector? (NOTE:  The word for keep/protect/watch/guard/preserve is repeated six times in these verses) If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "I Lift My Eyes Up" by Brian Doerksen:  Link

  Psalm 120 is the first in the Songs of Ascents series (Psalms 120-134). These songs were likely sung during the three annual festival processions to Jerusalem (Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles). The Feasts may typically be associated with joy, celebration, and worship, however in Psalm 120, the psalmist is crying out to the LORD in distress.  He is facing lies and deceit, such as from those in the foreign lands around him who hate peace. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-4 Why would it be better to turn to the LORD when facing "lying lips" and "a deceitful tongue"? Verses 5-7 What can we do when we live "among those who hate peace"? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "I Cry Unto the Lord" (Psalm 120) by Timeless Vocal Tapestry: Link