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Psalms of Ascent

GOD’S PLAYLIST – Part 2

August 10, 2025



1 When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed.
2 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.”
3 The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.

4 Restore our fortunes, Lord, like streams in the Negev.
5 Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.
6 Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow,
     will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.

Psalm 126



Psalms of Ascent call us to three great realities of our faith.


   1) We are on a pilgrimage.


   2) Our pilgrimage is a journey of growth.


   3) We are headed toward an ultimate arrival.



Psalm 126


   - You don’t want to miss the emphasis on joy.


      And we are filled with joy.

      Psalm 126:3b



   - Questions to think about:


      1) When was the last time you were able to say, “The Lord has done

          great things for us, and we are filled with joy.”?


      2) When was the last time you sang out about it, so that others could   

          hear, and even sing with you?


      3) What does the soundtrack of your life look like?