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Childlike Trust: A Devotional Study on Psalms 127​

Introduction​

Psalms 127 is a cherished passage that speaks to the importance of trusting in God's provision. It renews our faith in His sovereignty and instills a childlike dependence on His strength. As we delve into Psalms 127, let’s unpack the profound truths and spiritual insights embedded in this precious psalm.

Section 1: Trust in God (Psalms 127:1-2)​

Devotional Thought: The psalmist declares that unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchmen keep awake, and the builders labor in vain. The simplest truth, yet it goes unrecognized. We must trust that God is watching over us, we must pray for the Lord's protection, and our efforts shall not go in vain.

Reflection Questions:

  • Are you trusting in the Lord's protection or working under your strength?
  • Are you praying for the Lord's guidance in your day-to-day tasks and trusting His provision?

Section 2: Choosing Wise Counsel (Psalms 127:3)​

Devotional Thought: The psalmist writes, "Blessed is the one who fears the Lord, who finds great delight in his commands." We must choose to fear the Lord and seek His counsel wisely rather than trust in our own self-sufficiency. Let's humble our hearts before the Lord and seek His righteousness.

Reflection Questions:

  • Are you wise in your choices and trusting God's counsel?
  • How can you choose to fear the Lord and humbly seek His righteousness?

Section 3: Childlike Dependence (Psalms 127:3-5)​

Devotional Thought: The psalmist admonishes us to live like our children and trust in the Lord's mighty strength. As parents, we understand children can bring about some tough challenges. Yet, they know that no matter how challenging the situation, they can trust their parents' hands to protect them. Trusting in God's mighty strength is our childlike dependence.

Reflection Questions:

  • Are you living with childlike trust in the Lord's mighty strength?
  • How can you surrender your priorities, duties, and projects to the Lord's hands and trust that they are in safe hands?

Section 4: Ancient Battles and Immovable Strongholds (Psalms 127:5)​

Devotional Thought: The psalmist concludes, "Children are a heritage from the Lord." We have all faced battles in our lives, but we also place our trust in our parents' love and protection. The Lord is our eternal parent, and we have an immovable stronghold in Him.

Reflection Questions:

  • Are you trusting in your heritage from the Lord as a child of God?
  • How can you remind yourself daily of the immovable stronghold you have in the Lord during today's battles?

Conclusion:​

Psalms 127 is a reminder that we must trust in the Lord's protection, rely on His guidance, live with childlike trust in His strength, and find our heritage in Him. As we take these lessons from this devotional study into our lives, we walk in confidence, knowing that the Lord watches over us and protects us. Let's walk in trust, and our efforts shall not go in vain. May our dependence on Him bring forth sweet fruits and blessings in our lives!