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 FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Psalm 121

1 I lift up my eyes to the mountains—
where does my help come from?
2 My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.

3 He will not let your foot slip—
he who watches over you will not slumber;
4 indeed, he who watches over Israel
will neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The Lord watches over you—
the Lord is your shade at your right hand;
6 the sun will not harm you by day,
nor the moon by night.

7 The Lord will keep you from all harm—
he will watch over your life;
8 the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.


The Pastor begins with “God is good!” The people declare, “All the time!” Then the people call out, “All the time.” And the Pastor echoes, “God is good!”

Psalm 121 is a declaration of faith, a recitation of trust in God, no matter what. This is divine assurance, not some insignificant optimism. The question is real, “From where will my help come?” The ground under the nation may be shaking. The voices of violence, hostility, and cruelty threaten by day and by night. Are Community leaders sleeping? Is anyone keeping an eye on us, watching over us?

Psalm 121 served to remind God’s people that God’s support and care were constant and unfailing (Psalm 121:3-4). I want you to know, that the promises in Psalm 121 are as true for God’s children today as they were thousands of years ago. No matter what situation we face, we can rely on the God who created heaven and earth, to be our provision and protection. (Psalm 121:5-8).

We are on a journey, and Psalm 121 is a wonderful song for the journey. The Maker of heaven and earth watches over every aspect of your life. God is for you! You can trust him in all things. So, take comfort in this. Learn to trust God in all things and to look for the good in all the details of life. God cares for you. He will provide for you. He is there to help you. “I lift up my eyes to the hills – where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.” (Psalm 121:1-2)

Yes, God is good, all the time. All the time God is good!! As the apostle confirms, nothing “in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:31–39).

LET US PRAY

Jesus, be with me today, and with those I
love, and with all who need your care. May we remember that our help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth. Help us to trust the one who neither slumbers nor sleeps for all things. Amen.