Aug. 04, 2024

Psalm 125

A Mighty Trust

1. Like Mount Zion (vs. 1,2)

A. Those who trust

Jeremiah 17:5-8

Psalm 56:3-4

Hebrews 12:22-24

Revelation 14:1

Exodus 34:21

B. Surrounded (v. 2)

2. The Rule of the Wicked (v. 3)

A. Rule of the Wicked will not come upon the righteous

“Allotment” - Joshua 15:1, 17:1

B. Unless

A prophetic warning: If you choose wickedness, expect wicked ruling.

2 Kings 21:1-16

3. Plea to the LORD (vs. 4, 5)

A. Do Good! (v. 4)

B. Crooked lead away (v. 5a)

C. Peace be upon Israel! (v. 5b)

John 14:27

“Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him, How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er, Jesus, Jesus, Precious Jesus! O for grace to trust Him more.”- L. Stead

Reflection:

1. What are you trusting Jesus for today? What makes that difficult for you?

2. What would it take for the people of God to “choose righteousness” to influence those around us?

Follow Up in the Word through the Week…

Monday:

Read: Jeremiah 17:5-8

What is the contrast of trust in this passage and the ends to those? How do you make the Lord your trust?

Tuesday:

Read: Psalm 56:3-4

How does the psalm speak to the relationship of being afraid and having trust in the Lord?

Wednesday:

Read: Hebrews 12:22-24

How does Hebrews speak of Mount Zion? When reflecting on Psalm 125 how does that adjust your thinking on this location and its significance?

Thursday:

Read: Exodus 34:21

When considering the Sabbath how is it a work of trusting the Lord when you think about the farmer? How do you practice this in your life?

Friday:

Read: 2 Kings 21:1-16

How does this passage serve as a warning to us today? How did the people go along with this evil king and what effect did it have?

Saturday:

Read: John 14:27

Where are you at today when it comes to the peace that Jesus leaves? Do you accept His peace?