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Psalms-123

Lifting Our Eyes: A Devotional Study on Psalm 123​

Introduction​

Psalm 123 is a prayerful contemplation of the Psalmist's plight. The speaker yearns for God's merciful intervention amidst the contempt and scorn heaped upon him by the wicked. As we embark on this devotional journey, let's explore the lessons and truths woven into this meditation.

Section 1: The Plight of the Psalmist (Psalm 123:1-2)​

Devotional Thought: The Psalmist acknowledges the scorn of the proud and the contempt of the arrogant. In the face of this oppression, our natural inclination is to fix our gaze on those who have power over us. Yet, the Psalmist calls us to look beyond the oppressor, and instead, raise our eyes to the Lord in heaven.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways do you find yourself fixating on those who have power over you?
  • How can you turn your eyes away from the proud and fix them on the Lord?

Section 2: Learning From the Sons of Korah (Psalm 123:3-4)​

Devotional Thought: The sons of Korah provide a model for the Psalmist. Instead of fixing their eyes on those who oppressed them, they raised their eyes to the Lord, seeking His mercy and strengthening their souls in worship. Let's be encouraged by their example and seek God's mercy and grace as we worship Him.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can we learn from the sons of Korah's example of raising our eyes to the Lord?
  • In what ways can we make worship a regular part of our lives to nourish our souls?

Section 3: The Lord is our Light (Psalm 123:5-8)​

Devotional Thought: The Psalmist concludes with a longing for the Lord's mercy. He recognizes the Lord as his light and his salvation, the one who shields him from the wicked and turns his night into day. Let's trust in the Lord's mercy, knowing that He is our protection from darkness and oppression.

Reflection Questions:

  • In what ways do you trust in the Lord's mercy for protection from darkness and oppression?
  • How can we walk in His light and seek His salvation daily?

Conclusion:​

As we conclude this devotional journey, let's be encouraged by the Psalmist's prayer and the timeless truths embedded in Psalm 123. May we lift our eyes to the Lord, seek His protection, and trust in His merciful intervention in our lives. Let's learn from the sons of Korah's example and make worship a part of our daily routine. Let's be a people who fix our gaze on the Lord and seek His salvation in all our ways.