Psalms of Ascent

Pastor Dell concluded our series, "The Prayers Of The Psalms" by walking us through the Psalms of Ascent. The spiritual journey of a believer resembles a pilgrimage, beginning in life's valleys where God meets us in our distress. The Psalms of Ascent (Psalms 120-134) illustrate this journey, starting with hardship, progressing through walking with God, and culminating in joyful worship. Our pilgrimage begins with honesty about our struggles, continues through daily dependence on God rather than self-reliance, and finds fulfillment in experiencing God's presence. While heaven is our ultimate destination, we're invited to experience the joy of God's presence now, living as citizens of heaven while journeying toward our eternal home.