Psalm 126 - 8.15.23

Scripture

Psalm‬ ‭126:1-4, 6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed. Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy. Restore our fortunes, LORD, like streams in the Negev....Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.”

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Observation

We’ve been set free from captivity because of Jesus Christ! 

“The Psalmist sang of a time when God set His people free from their captivity, and they were restored to Jerusalem (aka Zion).” -(Source: enduringword.com)

God wants to bring back captives from their sin, not so that He can bless us with more material possessions or fortunes. When this passage talks about restoring fortunes in verses 1 and 4, it is talking about bringing back the captives and being set free from bondage/slavery.

“Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.” -1 John‬ ‭2:15-17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

True joy is a result of a personal and deepened relationship with Jesus. Being free from captivity to our sin is the greatest gift we have received. 

Application 

Pursue true blessing through Jesus Christ and share that blessing with others. 

May we pursue what truly matters and share the “wealth” He has given us with others so that they would be wealthy in the Lord as well.

Who can I share the Good News of Jesus Christ with this week?

Prayer

Dear Lord, 

Thank You that if we have a relationship with You, we already have every blessing that we need. Please help us to not keep it to ourselves, but to be salt and light to those around us. Please open our eyes to everyone in our circles who need You today. May we be bold to unashamedly proclaim You Jesus. Amen. 

-Michelle Gaddi