In my distress. As one writer has said, A psalm a day keeps worry away., The Whole Bible The Bible urges you as a Christian to pursue peace in every aspect of your life. In my distress I cried to the LORD: The people of God often find themselves in distress. Johannine Writings Disease, the result of his foolishness, is followed by mental anguish (vv. iv. Elohim (Creator) 15 times. Sharp arrows of the warrior: The false tongue of the singers enemies would soon know sharp arrows. The people of Kedar lived to the south in the Arabian Desert. The Old Testament Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. Jesus said in John 15:19: If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. The plea of David is that God will judge him in mercy and not anger. ii. WebThe backdrop for the Psalms is twofold: 1) the acts of God in creation and history, and 2) the history of Israel. Sharp arrows of the warrior, Johannine Writings Psalm 120 Dr. Steve Horn May 22, 2016 Text Introduction: Today, we are beginning a new series. vv. The Whole Bible Psalm of providence (v. 5; cp. Psalm 102: Prayer of trouble and sorrow. The reason for this collection and Read full chapter Psalm 118 Psalm 120 New International Version (NIV) Poetical Books And we have learned three important applications from it this morning: 1) Call on the Lord in times of trouble. The New Testament Minor Prophets He pays attention to you. 2) Know that God will punish the wicked. Written during a thunderstorm, Delitzsch labeled it the Psalm of seven thunders. Voice of the Lord occurs 7 times. Or do you pray? The Blue Letter Bible ministry and the BLB Institute hold to the historical, Would you prayerfully consider a gift of support today? My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue. It inverts the usual order of similar psalms, in which the description of need is wont to precede the prayer for deliverance. Psalm 46: God is our refuge. Some have used it for personal devotions, and others in Psalm 149: A hallelujah chorus because the kingdom has come through redemption by blood and judgment by power. Website: https://www.rayfowler.org. Because as Christians we also are on a journey not on a literal journey to Jerusalem, of course, but rather a spiritual journey, a pilgrimage of the heart. Historical Books 3) Know that you do not belong to the world. The nations will come to Jerusalem to worship (see Isaiah 2:2; Zechariah 2:10, 11). 2-5). The verbs dwell (garti, sojourn) and live (sakanti, tabernacle, dwell) are significantly chosen. vv. He should pray. (James 5:13) But what James 5:13 tells us by way of instruction, Psalm 120 tells us by way of testimony. It was spoken with lying lips and with a deceitful tongue. (David wrote 19 of these psalms.). Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Also a Davidic psalm David mentioned 4 times. He is tired of it all. By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. This theme is carried through the four strophes, and uses a poetic technique frequently employed in the Songs of Ascent, called anadiplosis. Those who have felt the edge of a cruel tongue know assuredly that it is sharper than the sword. There was some comfort in this cry, knowing that the evil that was spoken against the singer was not true. Psalm 38: Confession and physical sickness; David in deep distress prays that God will not judge him in anger (v. 1). Here is, I. Deliverance from a false tongue obtained by prayer. This psalm, which opens the Genesis section, begins with man instead of the material universe. We are told that the coals in Psalm 120 are the coals of the broom tree. Probably the best explanation is the last one listed, that these were songs for the people of God as they made the pilgrim journey to Jerusalem and the temple at the three appointed feasts (Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles). Psalm 144: Davids praise to God because of who He is; his prayer is for the same reason. Cry for revenge. This is the last of the Hallel psalms. 31-43 Power: delights (His) people (chorus). The Old Testament Cry out to him. General Epistles WebPsalm 120 is the first of a series of 15 psalms each with the title, A Song of Ascents. Thats what the psalmist says in verse 1: I call on the Lord in my distress, and he answers me. (Psalm 120:1) That is astonishing. The Old Testament Psalm 20: Plea of Israel for the success of the Messiah. WebPsalm 119 Psalm 120 Psalm 149 Psalm 150 Proverbs 29 Proverbs 30 Proverbs 31 This plan is designed to increase your worship and wisdom. Some have even supposed that the songs were sung by the Levites from these steps, though this is pure speculation.. Psalm 63: Thirst for the Water of Life (God). Psalm 93: Song of sheer praise because the King is reigning (millennial kingdom). 1, 4, 5, 7, 11, 23, 35, 36.). Verse 1 is the theme. Psalm 72: David speaks to Solomon. He is Creator, Preserver, and Keeper. They are short, easy to memorize, and meant to be sung in praise and worship to God. Woe to me that I dwell in Meshech, that I live among the tents of Kedar! 25:18. (Trapp). Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. The Gospels What shall be given to you: The psalmist shifted from his prayer to God to speak to the false tongue of those who caused him distress. 1, 2). A. Blue Letter Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Psalm 121 The Truth of Preservation in Coming In (private life) and Going Out As Jesus prayed in John 17: I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. Luke-Acts Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. If so, thats what these Psalms of Ascent are all about. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. (John 17:14-16), B. Prophets vv. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select a Beginning Point And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ. (Philippians 3:20) This world is not our home. We get tired of this world and living in the ways of the world, and so we begin our journey of drawing closer to God and his ways. For any web postings, please link to the sermon directly at this website. Jesus said, Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. (Matthew 5:9) Romans 12:18 tells you: If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. (Romans 12:18). (Read Psalm 120:1-7 and pray.). Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. Luke-Acts b. As Jesus said in John 14:27: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. Jesus was a man of peacehe lived to make peace by the blood of his cross; he died to complete it. (Pierce, cited in Spurgeon). With coals of the broom tree! Historical Books They are to be sung by pilgrims ascending to Zion to worship Yahweh in (Psalm 120:3-4) The destiny of the deceitful tongue. He was brought into distress, into great distress, by lying lips and a deceitful tongue. So the psalm ends as with a long-drawn sigh. Which is exactly what the psalmist does in verse 2: Save me, O Lord, from lying lips and from deceitful tongues. (Psalm 120:2) The psalmist began by stating a general fact he calls on the Lord in times of trouble, and the Lord answers him. vv. WebPsalm 120 Homesick in a Hostile World 1.0 Introducing Psalm 120 y As Psalm 119 closes, the psalmist is like a lost sheep (v. 176). The Fruit of the Spirit and 1 Corinthians 13, The ordinary so extraordinary by Madeleine LEngle. 9.). range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed Psalm 51: Davids great penitential psalm when Nathan pointed the accusing finger with the words, Thou art the man (2 Samuel 12:7). Psalm 132: Messianic psalm (v. 11, cp. The world is a hostile place. i. It will be a little bit of a lengthy series15 sermons spread across 120 My flesh trembles in fear of you; I stand in awe of your laws. In light of the judgment described in these verses, it is worth remembering that A false tongue is likened to a sharp razor, Psalm 52:2; to a sharp sword, Psalm 57:4; to sharp arrows, Prov. Tradition says it was composed by David and sung when he brought up the ark from Kirjath-jearim to Mt. The psalmist needed this trip to Jerusalem at feast time and needed the larger community of the people of God. Sharp arrows of the warrior: The false tongue of the singers enemies would soon know sharp arrows. 3, 4 Record of the musings of the Shepherds mind. Psalm 68: Song of deliverance that ushers in the kingdom. My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. A psalm that has blessed the hearts of saints of all ages. What shall be given to you: The psalmist shifted from his prayer to God to speak to the false tongue of those who caused him distress. (Psalm 120:1-2) Distress and deliverance from deceitful tongues. Yet every time he did, the response was hostile, characteristic of those who are for war. This is an imprecatory psalm, law of retaliation, lex talionis. Blessed with all earthly blessings a perfect acrostic. And the reason why is simple and yet at the same time so remarkable. They have a refuge in their distress; they can do as the psalmist did when he cried to the LORD. This was a good discontentment. Christ reveals the power and redemption of God (vv. Sarah knew the bitterness of being barren. Pauline Epistles Prophets IT'S NOT EASY! Minor Prophets ), vv. Can you relate to these verses in Psalm 120? Meshech and Kedar in Psalm 120 refer to peoples rather than places. Even babies know to cry These are stepping stones to Gods heart, and so we dont just want to study them, but we want to learn them and then pray them back to God as he intended. Psalm 69: The silent years in the life of Christ. As Christians we are homesick for heaven. WebThis study guide was designed for adult Bible classes, though it might be suitable for junior and senior high classes as well. And He heard me. C. The Christian longs for peace in the midst of a hostile world Many different explanations have been given for these degrees or steps or ascents: James Montgomery Boice explained the first suggestion: The Talmud says that the fifteen songs correspond to the fifteen steps between these courtyards (Middoth ii. And then finally, the Christian longs for peace in the midst of a hostile world. They have been attributed to David, to Solomon, to Ezra, to Haggai, to Zechariah, and to Malachi, without any positive evidence. RayFowler.org is a place to discuss various issues relating to God and life. Wisdom Literature Major Prophets Rebellion against God and Christ began at the arrest of Jesus (Acts 4:23-26). Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a Some reference to the Word of God is in every verse (except vv. It inverts the usual order of similar psalms, in which the description of need is wont to precede the prayer for deliverance. a. Woe is me, that I dwell in Meshech: Meshech was a distant place, far from the land of Israel (Ezekiel 27:13, 32:26, 39:1). Psalm 101: Song to the King who rules in righteousness and judgment. Nederlandstalige Bijbelstudies door Stan Marinussen, Copyright - Enduring Word       |      . 16-23). Hebrews 1:6). You will read through the books of Psalms and Proverbs in one month. The vanity and feebleness of humanity. 1. It emphasizes the humanity of Christ and His ultimate victory as Man (Hebrews 2:6-8; 1 Corinthians 15:27). You can be certain that he will not miss. You can also check out the Top Posts page to get a feel for the site. Wisdom Literature In my distress I cried to the LORD: The people of God often find themselves in distress. and Johnny Hart, A Theology of Google, Facebook, Amazon and Twitter, The Psalms of Ascent Stepping Stones to Gods Heart, Seahawks and Broncos Post Super Bowl Prayer Huddle, A Piece of Plastic Clay (A Poem for Mothers Day), PP00: Miscellaneous Your mileage may vary, The difference between the 1st and 2nd commandments. Psa 120:1-4. WebThese verses in Psalm 120 are both a warning to the wicked and a reassurance to the righteous that God is just and that he will punish every sin. May every good man be delivered from lying lips. Psalm 107: Song of the wandering Jew when he re-enters the promised land (vv. WebPsalm 120: Chanted as the pilgrim march to Jerusalem began. Psalm 16: The resurrection of the Messiah (vv. God judges His people (vv. WebCommentary on Psalm 120:1-4 (Read Psalm 120:1-4) The psalmist was brought into great distress by a deceitful tongue. Men say, I have given so often that I can give no more; God says, I have given, therefore I will give. (Maclaren), iv. The Blessed Man here is not the first Adam but the last Adam. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. The application is to the remnant in the final struggle against evil. He longed for Gods shalom (peace); his enemies, who had lying lips, hated Gods shalom. 18, 19). Pentateuch This was a good discontentment. Psalm 19: Gods message to man. Psalm 81: Gods answer to the plea of Psalm 80. 7, 19). Psalm 30: A psalm-song at the dedication of the house of David (place of future temple). James 5:13 tells us plainly: Is any one of you in trouble? You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. Psalm 120 is the first of these Psalms and it is a psalm about praying in times of trouble. Poetical Books In the storm of wickedness David finds God to be a rock (v. 1), strength, and shield (v. 7). Psalm 147: A hallelujah chorus because of Gods goodness to the earth and to Jerusalem. Woe is me, that I dwell in Meshech, How about you? Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a In Gods time your sorrow will be lifted, and God will fill your mouth with laughter and songs of joy. Click on the different category headings to find out more. Psalm 120: Chanted as the pilgrim march to Jerusalem began. Pauline Epistles It is also a journey that begins and ends with prayer. God, i. e; shall punish thee with extreme severity. Devout hearts argue that what Jehovah has done once He will do again. This is real conviction (v. 2). It is repeated in 2 Samuel 22. Psalm 148: A hallelujah chorus of all Gods created intelligences in the heavens and in the earth (Revelation 5:11-13; 19:1-6). At least for a while, he needed better company and he would find it among the pilgrims who came to Jerusalem and who shared in these Songs of Ascents. Or what shall be done to you, It opens with blessed and closes with blessed. Jesus quoted this reference to Judas (v. 9) in John 13:18, and Peter referred to it in Acts 1:16. Note Gaebeleins rendering: Morning after morning will I destroy all the wicked of the land (v. 8). What does Psalm 120 mean? Nobody likes trouble, but God can use trouble to draw you closer to him. in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. Woe to me that I dwell in Meshech, that I live among the tents of Kedar! (Psalm 120:5). Jeremiah 3:23 points to this: Truly the hills are a delusion, the orgies on the mountains. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. He pleads for deliverance (v. 7). Psalm 57: Cry for mercy (see title of psalm). a. Exodus 34:7; Psalm 64:3-8; 140:9-10; Romans 12:19. Click here for more messages from the Psalms of Ascent Series. WebThese are all of the chapters of the book of Psalms . Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. Why does God permit the wicked to prosper (vv. 2) Know that God will punish the wicked. Psalm 7: Perfect Man in midst of false witnesses In my distress I cried to the LORD, The question (v. 1) should be translated, Shall I lift up mine eyes unto the hills ? (see Jeremiah 3:23; Psalm 90:2). Life of Christ (v. 8), death of Christ (v. 9), resurrection of Christ (v. 10), ascension of Christ (v. 11). vv. They are, however, excellent in their kind, and written with much elegance; containing strong and nervous sentiments of the most exalted piety, expressed with great felicity of language in a few words. (Adam Clarke). Psalm 42: Heart cry of the remnant and applicable to the redeemed of all ages. Psalm 117: Hallelujah because all nations and peoples will praise God. My soul has dwelt too long Song of life and light. Yet every time he did, the response was hostile, characteristic of those who are for war. The king is the Messiah (v. 9). This series of 4 psalms is all about the coming of Antichrist. He is praised for His majestic and matchless grace. Jesus would have sung these songs with his family as they made their way up to Jerusalem each year for the Passover. Pentateuch B. And remember, there is a compensation, in that the strict scrutiny of thy foes makes thee ever so much more watchful and prayerful, and drives thee oftener to the bosom of God. (Meyer). Have you been too long apart from God? He will not hear the lie against us, but he will hear our prayer against the lie. (Spurgeon). of Scripture. 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