PSALM 126: 1-7

Our psalm today is a beautiful union of restoration and rejoicing. It is one of several “Songs of Ascents” thought, by some commentators, to have most likely been used by the faithful as they made their pilgrimage to Jerusalem … More PSALM 126: 1-7

Psalm 67

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.”

These are the iconic words of benediction that sometimes close worship services and are found in the book of Numbers. Some of these words are slightly adjusted to open psalm 67 with the words:

“May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us.” … More Psalm 67