Psalm 122 - 12.23.25
SCRIPTURE: Psalm 122:1-3 “I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord. Our feet are standing in your gates, Jerusalem.”
OBSERVATION: This is a Davidic song of ascents. Going up to the city of Jerusalem was an uphill climb. (That’s where this Psalm got its title). “Faithful Jews probably sang Psalm 120 while they were still traveling out of foreign lands. They sang Psalm 121 as they caught glimpses of Jerusalem in the distance. As they sang Psalm 122, they were actually standing inside the walls of the Holy City praying for peace”. (Gene Getz).
David prayed for the peace of Jerusalem, “May those who love you prosper. May there be peace within your walls, prosperity within your fortresses.”
APPLICATION: One day we will enter the New Jerusalem! What a glorious day that will be! But for now, as a member of the body of Christ, do I find myself rejoicing that I have the opportunity to go to the house of the Lord?
As a Christ follower, I have the responsibility of not only praying for my church family, but for my city. What would it look like if I prayed that my city would be solidly joined together in Christ?
Jesus prayed, “May they be one, as You Father, are in Me and I am in You. May they also be one in Us, so the world may believe You sent Me. I have given them the glory you have given Me. May they be one as We are one.” (John 17:21-22).
PRAYER: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for helping me find peace that is found by focussing on Your promises. Another way I am able to obtain peace is by obeying You. My ultimate peace will come the day Jesus returns, but until then, I pray I will align my prayers with Yours by praying for peace and oneness. It is Your desire that people will come to know Jesus is Lord, and that He came to earth to redeem us from our sins, and to give us new life, with the promise of inheriting eternal life. I pray I will be totally devoted to You God, and I ask that You use me to help others find You. I thank You that those who love you will prosper and receive Your peace. Amen
- Robin Orefice
