It's been a good weekend, and so I want to remind you that we are going through the psalms of ascent- journey psalms that would carry the Old Testament faithful during pilgrimage to Jerusalem. It would also provide the opening praise set at the Temple gates when the pilgrims arrived.
And so we find ourselves at Psalm 122- a reminder of the goal. The goal is Jerusalem, a wonderful city and the Temple- the very earth-home of God. The pilgrims look forward to being there, and to the promise of a God-encounter.
Yet, this is not the only reason they remember Jerusalem. Pilgrims would also remember the troubles Jerusalem faces, and so they pray for the peace of Jerusalem, that their holy city would remain stable and welcoming. The pilgrims also commit themselves to whatever role they play in the process.
What is your goal? What vision of the future do you keep in front of you? Whatever that vision may be, there are a few things to remember. First, it is far more effective to have a vision that is beautiful to cling to than a horrific counter-vision to avoid. Second, only God can carry you to this future, although you have a part to commit to yourself. Let today be a day of discernment and commitment.
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