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Psalm 124 calls Christians to fix our minds on what God's mercy has rescued us from in order to move our hearts toward gratitude and worship. Preacher: Matt Ecton
In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund
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Welcome to Day 2858 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2858 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 124:1-8– Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2858 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2858 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. The Title for Today's Wisdom-Trek is: The Song of Ascent – Surviving the Raging Waters of Chaos In our previous episode on this grand expedition, we explored the fourth Song of Ascent, Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Three. We stood safely within the seamless walls of Jerusalem, yet we realized that our souls were still carrying the heavy, agonizing scars of the wilderness. We felt the crushing, suffocating weight of cultural contempt. In response, we adopted the posture of a hyper-vigilant servant. We chose to lift our eyes above the earthly mockery of the arrogant, and we fixed our gaze firmly upon the hand of the Master, waiting desperately for His unmerited, vindicating mercy. Today, we are exploring the fifth song in this ancient pilgrim collection. We are turning our attention to Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Four, verses one through eight, in the New Living Translation. The psalmist shifts our perspective dramatically. Instead of looking upward in exhaustion, he demands that we look backward, and stare directly into the terrifying abyss of what could have been. He forces the congregation to confront a chilling, hypothetical question, imagining a reality where the Creator had ignored their upward gaze. Let us step back onto the trail, and examine the raging waters from which we have been saved. The first segment is: The Horrifying Hypothetical and the Maw of the Underworld Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Four: verses one through three What if the Lord had not been on our side? Let all Israel repeat: What if the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us? They would have swallowed us alive in their burning anger. The stanza opens with a dark, shuddering question: "What if the Lord had not been on our side?" The psalmist is not asking this lightly; he commands the entire gathered congregation of Israel to repeat the phrase. He wants the collective community to mentally strip away the protection of Yahweh for just a moment, and truly comprehend their own agonizing vulnerability. Imagine a universe where the Most High God was neutral, apathetic, or simply absent. Imagine facing the hostility of the surrounding pagan nations without the covering of the Divine Shield. The psalmist describes the attackers not merely as human politicians, or enemy soldiers, but as forces of cosmic destruction. He says, "They would have swallowed us alive in their burning anger." To fully grasp the terror of this imagery, we must understand the Ancient Near Eastern, and biblical, worldview. The language of being "swallowed alive" is heavily rooted in the mythology of the Canaanite god of death, Mot. In the ancient world, death was not just an inevitable biological event; death was a predatory, insatiable entity. The underworld, Sheol, was often depicted as a monstrous beast with a gaping maw, a throat that stretched from the dirt all the way up to the heavens, eager to swallow humanity whole. When the psalmist says the attacking armies would have swallowed them alive, he is revealing the spiritual reality behind the human conflict. The nations attacking Israel are the earthly proxies of the rebel elohim—the fallen spiritual principalities of the Divine Council. The ultimate goal of the kingdom of darkness is not just to win a military skirmish; it is to consume, devour, and entirely erase the imagers of God from the face of the earth. Without the intervention of Yahweh, the burning, demonic anger of the rebel gods would have dragged the entire covenant community down into the belly of the grave. The second segment is: The Torrent of Cosmic Chaos Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Four: verses four and five The waters would have engulfed us; a torrent would have overwhelmed us. Yes, the raging waters of their fury would have overwhelmed our very lives. The terrifying metaphors continue to escalate. The psalmist shifts from the gaping jaws of the underworld, to the devastating, unstoppable force of a flash flood. "The waters would have engulfed us; a torrent would have overwhelmed us." In the arid, rocky landscape of the Middle East, a sudden rainstorm in the distant mountains can create a deadly, roaring wall of water that completely floods a dry riverbed, or wadi, in a matter of minutes. Anyone caught in its path is violently swept away. But once again, the physical imagery points directly to a massive, cosmic reality. In the biblical worldview, stretching all the way back to Genesis Chapter One, the raging, untamed waters represent primordial chaos. The sea—known as Yamm in the ancient Ugaritic texts—was viewed as a hostile, chaotic deity, a dark, churning realm that constantly threatened to undo the beautiful, organized creation of Yahweh. The rebel spiritual forces use the chaotic waters as their primary weapon against the order of God. When the psalmist says, "the raging waters of their fury would have overwhelmed our very lives," he is describing a spiritual tsunami. Have you ever felt that sensation in your own life? Have you ever felt the toxic culture, the deceptive lies, and the sheer hostility of the world rising up like a dark flood, threatening to sweep you off your feet, and pull you under? That is the exact experience of the exile. The enemy does not just want to defeat you; they want to drown you in despair. They want to engulf your soul in chaos, until you can no longer breathe. And the chilling truth that the psalmist wants us to acknowledge is this: on our own, we are no match for the flood. Human willpower cannot hold back the raging waters of cosmic fury. If the Lord had not been standing as a breakwater on our behalf, the torrent would have absolutely overwhelmed our very lives. The third segment is: Escaping the Teeth of the Beast and the Fowler's Snare Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Four: verses six and seven Praise the Lord, who did not let their teeth tear us apart! We escaped like a bird from a hunter's snare. The snare is broken, and we are free! Suddenly, the dark, suffocating tension of the hypothetical question breaks, and the psalm explodes into a brilliant, breathless shout of triumphant gratitude. "Praise the Lord, who did not let their teeth tear us apart!" The psalmist looks back at the jaws of the predator, and he realizes that the mouth of the beast was forcibly slammed shut. Just as God famously shut the mouths of the lions for Daniel in the pit, Yahweh intervened for His people. The rebel gods bared their fangs, the chaotic nations moved in for the kill, but the Creator simply said, "No." He would not permit His beloved exiles to be torn to pieces. He then uses an incredibly delicate, beautiful metaphor to describe our deliverance. "We escaped like a bird from a hunter's snare. The snare is broken, and we are free!" Imagine a small, fragile bird, desperately fluttering its wings, caught tightly in a hidden net laid by a cruel fowler. The bird has absolutely no strength to break the thick ropes of the snare. It is completely helpless, exhausted, and awaiting its execution. This perfectly describes our condition when we are trapped by the deceptive, arrogant schemes of the wicked. But then, the massive, capable hands of the Divine Warrior reach down. God does not just untangle the bird; He violently snaps the trap in half. "The snare is broken!" This is the ultimate, cosmic rescue mission. The rebel spirits set their intricate traps of idolatry, fear, and cultural compromise, hoping to permanently bind the believers. But Yahweh shatters their mechanisms of control. And the result of that divine intervention is absolute, soaring liberty. "...and we are free!" In the biblical sense, freedom is not the ability to do whatever your sinful flesh desires. True freedom is the glorious release from the suffocating, chaotic traps of the enemy, allowing you to fly upward, and live joyfully within the safe, ordered boundaries of God's cosmic blueprint. You have been liberated from the snare of death, so that you can sing in the branches of the Tree of Life. The fourth segment is: The Cosmic Anchor of the Creator Psalm One Hundred Twenty-Four: verse...
Sunday morning 5/10/26 - This evenings message is titled "When You Feel Trapped" - Psalm 124 - Pastor James Eakins
Key Verse: Psalm 124:8 - Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
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1 Ein Lied von David für Festbesucher, die nach Jerusalem hinaufziehen. Israel soll bekennen: Hätte der HERR uns nicht geholfen, 2 als die Feinde uns angriffen, ja, wäre er nicht für uns eingetreten, 3 dann hätten sie uns in ihrer Wut bei lebendigem Leib verschlungen. 4 Dann hätten uns mächtige Wogen überschwemmt und Wildbäche uns fortgerissen. 5 Wir alle wären in den tosenden Fluten […]
Was wäre, wenn Gott nicht auf deiner Seite wäre? Genau mit dieser provokanten Frage startet Psalm 124 – und lädt dich ein, einen ganz neuen Blick auf dein eigenes Leben zu werfen. In dieser Episode geht es darum, wie Erinnerung, Vertrauen und Beziehung zu Gott zusammenhängen – und warum echter Glaube nicht bei Wissen stehen […]
Join Pastor Derek Neider in this inspiring episode of The Daily Devotional as he walks us through the Songs of Ascent in the book of Psalm. Through thoughtful reflections, Derek encourages us to embrace our calling to serve Christ wholeheartedly and live out our faith with purpose and surrender.Tune in for insightful teachings, practical application, and a fresh perspective on what it means to live as servants of the gospel. This is just the beginning—there's so much more to come as we journey through Romans together!Thank you for listening! Here are some ways to learn more and stay connected!New to faith? Click here!Learn more about Pastor Derek NeiderFollow Derek on Instagramor FacebookSubscribe to email Subscribe to the daily devotionalExplore recent messages!This podcast was created by Pastor Derek Neider as a ministry of Awaken Las Vegas.Visit our website. We are located at 7175 W. Oquendo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89113. Our gathering times are 9am & 11am Sundays and 6:30pm Thursdays.
Fall asleep to special Psalm devotionals at https://www.sleeppsalms.com Tonight's prayer is from Psalm 124:1. Welcome to "Sleep Psalms with Bishop T.D. Jakes," a tranquil oasis of serenity for your weary soul. In each episode, you'll embark on a soothing journey guided by the wisdom of the most popular book of the Bible, the book of Psalms. Bishop T.D. Jakes' calming voice and gentle prayers will lull you into a peaceful state of mind, perfect for restful sleep or deep meditation. Allow each profound devotional soothe your soul every night. Let the verses of the Psalms cradle your thoughts and provide solace, allowing you to drift into a night of tranquil slumber. Let the Lord be your shepherd tonight, and fall asleep to God's word. Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of these timeless scriptures, nurturing both your spirit and your dreams. Download the Pray.com app for more Bible stories to last a lifetime. To learn more about Bishop T.D. Jakes visit https://tdjenterprises.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you will find the following:1) Reading of Psalm Chapter 1242) Explanations of key takeaways3) Summary4) Prayer
As the Israelites would have sang this Psalm as they ascended to Jerusalem, they proclaimed the dangers and snares that they faced in their lives. David knew this feeling of being surrounded as he wrote this Psalm, and we can understand this feeling today. And even so, the Lord is on the side of His people and He will faithfully deliver.
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What happens if I forget spiritual pearls that I learned previously? Does that make me a knucklehead, or does it make me NORMAL?Here's one:If you cannot (yet) serve the Lord with gladness, then serve along side someone who is serving the Lord with gladness. They will teach you how to be glad.Where do I find these people? You will find them in the bowels of the church serving the so-called-unlovely. Subscribe and comment : https://youtu.be/ksoUzAo2fXo
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Servants of Grace Podcast Series: Walking Through the Psalms Host: Dave Jenkins Date: January 2, 2026 If the Lord Had Not Been on Our Side (Psalm 124) Show Summary Psalm 124 calls God's people to look back with gratitude and confess a sobering truth: if the Lord had not been on our side, we would not still be standing. In this episode, Dave Jenkins walks through Psalm 124, showing how remembering God's past deliverance guards us from pride, fuels worship, and strengthens obedience. Ultimately, this psalm points us to Jesus Christ—the One who broke the snare, delivered us from sin and death, and remains our only hope. Audio Player Video Player Key Scripture Psalm 124 Episode Notes Psalm 124 teaches God's people to remember deliverance and confess God's faithfulness. Remembering grace guards us against pride and spiritual amnesia. Faith does not deny danger—it tells the truth and then looks to God. God's people stand because God intervenes. Psalm 124 ultimately points to Christ, our Deliverer, who broke the snare and secured our rescue. Episode Outline 1. A Sobering Confession: “If Not the Lord” (vv. 1–2) The psalmist calls God's people to speak the truth together: survival was not inevitable. If the Lord had not been on our side, we would not be here. 2. The Danger Was Real (vv. 3–5) Scripture does not soften the threat—swallowed alive, swept away, overwhelmed by raging waters. Faith does not minimize reality; faith tells the truth and then looks to God. 3. The Turning Point: “Blessed Be the Lord” (vv. 6–7) Praise erupts because the Lord intervened. The snare was broken. Deliverance came from outside of us. This is grace. 4. The Confession That Sustains (v. 8) Our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth. The God who delivers is sovereign, powerful, faithful, and worthy of worship. Key Themes God alone is the source of our deliverance. Remembering grace guards us against pride. Faith includes honest reflection without living in guilt or shame. God's people survive because God intervenes. Gratitude fuels worship and obedience. Application Bless the Lord consciously. Remember what He has done, what He is doing, and how He will safely lead you home. Resist spiritual pride. Don't credit your strength for what only grace can explain. Share testimony with others. Let others hear what the Lord has done and use remembrance to encourage faith. Begin this year with confidence in the Lord. He has already proven faithful—trust Him again today. Phrase to carry with you: If not the Lord, then nothing. Because of the Lord, we stand anchored in His grace. How Psalm 124 Points to Christ If the Lord had not been on our side, we would still be dead in our trespasses and sins. But Jesus Christ entered our danger, bore the wrath of God in our place, broke the snare, and secured our rescue. Because of Christ, we can say with confidence: “Our help is in the name of the Lord.” Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, please consider sharing it, leaving a review, and subscribing so others can find this biblical teaching. Subscribe to the Servants of Grace podcast wherever podcasts are available, at our YouTube, or view the rest of our Psalm series here at Servants of Grace.
571. If Not for the LORD Psalm 124 Toki Numbere 28122025 by City Church Lagos
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Our Helper, The Lord (Psalm 124)
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Fall asleep to special Psalm devotionals at https://www.sleeppsalms.com Tonight's prayer is from Psalm 124:1. Welcome to "Sleep Psalms with Bishop T.D. Jakes," a tranquil oasis of serenity for your weary soul. In each episode, you'll embark on a soothing journey guided by the wisdom of the most popular book of the Bible, the book of Psalms. Bishop T.D. Jakes' calming voice and gentle prayers will lull you into a peaceful state of mind, perfect for restful sleep or deep meditation. Allow each profound devotional soothe your soul every night. Let the verses of the Psalms cradle your thoughts and provide solace, allowing you to drift into a night of tranquil slumber. Let the Lord be your shepherd tonight, and fall asleep to God's word. Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of these timeless scriptures, nurturing both your spirit and your dreams. Download the Pray.com app for more Bible stories to last a lifetime. To learn more about Bishop T.D. Jakes visit https://tdjenterprises.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund
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When the world feels overwhelming, Psalm 124 reminds us that our help comes from the Lord Himself.Taught by Guest Pastor and TBC Elder John Morrison, this message traces God's rescue, His presence with His people, and the Christian hope that outlasts death.Listen & learn more: https://trinitybible.com
If the Lord was not on my side..I was in big trouble and the Lord was at my side. If He had NOT been at my side, I would have still been in the troubles, but I would have been there ALONE.The presence of bad circumstances and bad people does not indicate the absence of the presence of God. Join me for 7 minutes to think about this. Then subscribe.https://youtu.be/F1FgIVyzv0w
Psalm 124 is among the psalms of ascent, used by worshipers going to the temple in Jerusalem. Singing antiphonally with a leader, those who come to worship the LORD bless His name for His rescue from those who would have swallowed them up and washed them away. The LORD has sprung the trap that was set against His people, for as the Creator of all things, He comes to help His people. In our Lord Jesus Christ, the Church still prays these words in thanksgiving for His rescue from death and the grave. Rev. Andrew Belt, pastor at Christ Lutheran Church in Marshfield, WI, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Psalm 124. To learn more about Christ Lutheran Church, visit christmarshfield.org. Join Sharper Iron this summer to study selected Psalms. In the Psalter, God speaks His Word to us and teaches us how to speak back to Him in prayer. Even in the great variety of the Psalms, each one points us to our Savior, Jesus Christ.
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Fall asleep to special Psalm devotionals at https://www.sleeppsalms.com Tonight's prayer is from Psalm 124:1. Welcome to "Sleep Psalms with Bishop T.D. Jakes," a tranquil oasis of serenity for your weary soul. In each episode, you'll embark on a soothing journey guided by the wisdom of the most popular book of the Bible, the book of Psalms. Bishop T.D. Jakes' calming voice and gentle prayers will lull you into a peaceful state of mind, perfect for restful sleep or deep meditation. Allow each profound devotional soothe your soul every night. Let the verses of the Psalms cradle your thoughts and provide solace, allowing you to drift into a night of tranquil slumber. Let the Lord be your shepherd tonight, and fall asleep to God's word. Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of these timeless scriptures, nurturing both your spirit and your dreams. Download the Pray.com app for more Bible stories to last a lifetime. To learn more about Bishop T.D. Jakes visit https://tdjenterprises.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.