Truth 101 Class

  Psalm 126 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 126 focuses on the LORD's restoration with "shouts of joy" (vv. 2, 5, 6). Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-3 What are some effects of the LORD's restoration? Verses 4-6 When have we seen or experienced sowing in tears that resulted in reaping with joy? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "When the LORD Brought Us Back" (Psalm 126) by Graham Kendrick:  Link

  Psalm 125 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 125 declares confidence in the LORD's protection for those who trust in Him. It also offers a prayer for goodness for God's people and peace upon Israel. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-2 What assuring promises are given to those who trust in the LORD? Verses 3-5 What hope is provided to God's people in these verses? What are some warnings found in these verses?  If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Surround Us O Lord" by The ZOE Group: Link

  Psalm 124 is in the Songs of Ascents series (Psalms 120-134) and is "Of David". These songs were likely sung during the three annual festival processions to Jerusalem (Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles). Psalm 124 gives thanks and praises to the LORD, who is on our side, for deliverance. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-2 What effect does repeating the phrase "if it had not been the LORD who was on our side" have? Verses 3-7 What do these verses show me about God's deliverance? Verse 8 Our greatest deliverance is that of our souls from sin and death. How does this give us assurance that we can trust God to continue to help deliver us no matter what we face in the future? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Had It Not Been the Lord" by The ZOE Group: Link

  Psalm 123 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 123 looks to the LORD God for mercy when facing scorn and contempt. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-2 In what ways are looking to the LORD our God similar to servants looking to the hands of their masters? Verses 3-4 How might the mercy of God help me when my soul has had more than enough of the scorn and contempt of the world? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Our Eyes Are Fixed On The Lord" by Francesca La Rosa:  Link