Day 129: Psalm 129

Psalm 129

A song of ascents.

1 “They have greatly oppressed me from my youth,” let Israel say; 2 “they have greatly oppressed me from my youth, but they have not gained the victory over me. 3 Plowmen have plowed my back and made their furrows long. 4 But the Lord is righteous; he has cut me free from the cords of the wicked.”

5 May all who hate Zion be turned back in shame. 6 May they be like grass on the roof, which withers before it can grow; 7 a reaper cannot fill his hands with it, nor one who gathers fill his arms. 8 May those who pass by not say to them, “The blessing of the Lord be on you; we bless you in the name of the Lord.”

JOURNAL IT:

Do you have any questions about what you have just read?

How has this chapter inspired you?

How has this chapter challenged you?

THREE MINUTE TIME OUT:

Set a timer for 3 minutes (put away all phones, books, music, tv - any kind of distraction) and just yield. Listen. Be still.

What is the Lord speaking to you today? Journal your thoughts into a notebook.

WORSHIP & PRAYER:

Prayer prompts:

Spend time telling God one thing you're thankful to him for today.

Repent for one thing God has been convicting you of today.

Ask God for his divine touch on something that burdens you today.

Stop and a few minutes listening for God's voice.

Questions for study:

What is this Psalm saying?

What does this Psalm mean?

What does this Psalm tell me about God?

What does this Psalm tell me about people?

How should I live my life based on what I read?

Are there any promises I need to apply to a situation I am in currently?