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Psalm 121 was sung by the ancient Israelites as they made the long journey to Jerusalem. This journey was dangerous, and we see that reflected in the opening words of the psalm.
Psalm 121:1-2 I lift up my eyes to the mountains – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
The Israelites faced tremendous dangers as they scaled the hills around Jerusalem to come to religious festivals. And their experience reminds us of some important truths.
Every Christian faces challenges.
It’s important to realize that every person will face challenges in their lives, especially Christians. Just because you follow God, it doesn’t mean that you will not face tough times in life. We all face challenges. For example, if you are a student, you might be having a difficult time with your parents, friends, or teachers right now. But the encouraging this is that God is here to help you through your challenges.
God helps every Christian in tough times.
Look again at what we read in verse 2. It says that our help comes from God. Who do you turn to in times of crisis? Maybe it’s a friend or your mom. That’s good, but understand that God is here to help you too.
Psalm 121:7-8 The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
God watches over your life from beginning to end. And he wants to help you through life’s most difficult circumstances.
- Watch the video together or invite someone to summarize the topic.
- What is your initial reaction to this video? Do you disagree with any of it? What jumped out at you?
- What is the longest journey you have ever taken? Where did you go? How did you prepare for the trip?
- Read Psalm 121:1-2. What does it mean that God wants to help us? How have you seen God help you in your life?
- Read Psalm 121:3-6. How would you describe the promises of these verses? What might this look like in your life?
- List some challenges that Christian teenagers face. Pick one or two of these challenges. How can God help you through them?
- Spend some time praying for the challenges that others are facing in your group.
- Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
