29.16: Psalms of Ascents: Songs, Focused on God, of Trouble, Trust and Triumph

Way back in Deuteronomy, Moses, speaking for God, explained that the Israelites had to celebrate 7 festivals each year. They were Passover, Harvest, Weeks (Pentecost), in the Spring (which Jesus fulfilled). Then Rosh Ha-Shanah (Feast of Trumpets), Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement), and Tabernacles (Shelters) or Sukkot, in the fall. These Jesus will fulfill when he comes the second time. Check out the “God’s Calendar” video below that explains all this. Three of these festivals were a must: Passover, Pentecost and Tabernacles. In ancient times, people walked. Jerusalem was built on 5 mountains. It  was an uphill climb from anywhere. Check out the video below of a  modern-day hike from Jericho to Jerusalem. So, as the people walked, they sang these psalms. These 15 psalms, from 120-134, are organized in 5 groups of 3. Each  triad takes us from trouble, trust and to triumph. They speak of trouble  and call to God, they confirm their trust in the Lord and then they  triumph in the Lord’s victory over their problems. That’s how our lives should be. These are short, so we’ll go through each one. Let’s dig in…. Keep reading in my blog where there are links to dig deeper and watch the special videos at the bottom…. It’s time to GET RIGHT WITH GOD! Are you ready to meet God today? You may just meet God today! If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit. Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Or visit: https://giselleaguiar.com/how-to-invite-jesus-into-your-heart/ This is a daily podcast, published each evening. Subscribe button so can get to know God. And please share this with your friends. Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory!