Truth 101 Class

  Psalm 130 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 130 is also one of the Penitential Psalms (6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, 143). The psalmist cries out for mercy and forgiveness, waiting in hope for the LORD's redemption. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-8 What do we learn about the LORD's mercy and redemption in these verses? Take time now to pray, in the presence of our Holy God, for forgiveness of iniquities and to give thanks for salvation and hope through Jesus Christ. If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "I Will Wait For You" (Psalm 130) by Shane & Shane:  Link

  Psalm 129 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 129 describes God's deliverance of His People from the wicked.  It also offers an imprecatory prayer that their enemies be put to shame, wither, not be productive, and not receive blessings from the LORD. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-4 What afflictions has God freed me from by cutting the ropes of the wicked? Verses 5-8 What can happen to the wicked who hate God? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Up From My Youth" (Psalm 129) by Cardiphonia Music:  Link

  Psalm 128 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 128 continues with topics from the previous psalm, with blessings to those who fear the LORD and walk in His ways.  The blessings extend to their families and communities. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-4 In what ways are those who fear the LORD and walk in His ways blessed? Verses 5-6 How are individual blessings connected to community blessings? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Blessed Are Those Who Fear The Lord" (Psalm 128) by Francesca LaRosa: Link

  Psalm 127 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 127 is "Of Solomon" and conveys the wisdom that man's effort apart from the LORD is vain.  This psalm also shows how God blesses His beloved, and particularly their families. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-5 In what ways are my efforts vain when made apart from the LORD? In contrast, how does God bless the homes, churches, communities, and families of those He loves? If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "The Lord Will Fight For Us" (Psalm 127) by Cathedral Church of the Advent:  Link