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Songs of Ascents
Journey for a Festival
A portion of Scripture that has spoken to me for years is the Psalms of Ascents, Psalms 120-134. These psalms tell the story of an Israelite pilgrim on the way to Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. These psalms were first performed by the Levite priests at the dedication of the Temple of Solomon. The Psalms of Ascents resemble an oratorio in that they tell a story chorally, without making use of any props, costumes or even action. The priests sang one of the fifteen psalms on each of the fifteen steps leading up into the temple.
Songs of Ascents
Songs for Our Times
When I read these passages, I want to experience them the way Godā€™s people in ancient Israel would have. I recognize them as a story of deliverance and redemption. As I meditate on these lyrics, I feel a deep connection with God. I recognize the close relationship the psalmists and God's devout people had with Him even in difficult times. We all need God's help in our time of need. We all desire authentic connection to others and our Creator.Ā
Iā€™ve updated some of the psalms' text to modern language and written new music to convey the message in our personal devotional time or as a congregation. Letā€™s allow His Word to work in our lives and prepare us to meet the challenges of our times. Join my email list, Journeymates to be alerted when I Ā post the songs here as I am able to complete them as well as accessing exclusive materials!
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