Are you sure that when you bring God your problem, he truly hears you? This sermon takes us deep into the songs of ascents (Psalms 120 and 121), sung by people returning to Jerusalem after years of dispersion. The psalmist never pretends that life with God is easy; he admits that in a world where lying pays off, the faithful feel crushed. Listen and find out why reminding one another of God’s promises can be the only anchor when the ground gives way beneath you.
God My Helper
On the Journey
Travel and conversation complement each other perfectly. It’s best to travel in good company, because then every journey becomes an opportunity to exchange thoughts, but also to enjoy shared silence. Summer, a time of vacations and trips, is a good time to remind ourselves that God is the most important companion on our journey-including the greatest one of all, called life. And since we’re already journeying with Him, it’s worth enjoying conversation-in addition to those moments when we’re silent and simply enjoy each other’s presence.
That is why this summer we will read a series of psalms known as the “pilgrim” or “traveling” psalms, because they were recited during the journey to Jerusalem. It is a journey through the twists and turns of life-from sorrow and loneliness to community and worship. Yet the most important thing about it is that we can walk and talk with God Himself.
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