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Psalm 126
1 A Song of Ascents.
When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. 2 Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then they said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them." 3 The LORD has done great things for us; we are glad. 4 Restore our fortunes, O LORD, like streams in the Negeb! 5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy! 6 He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves with him.
Talk Sheet Questions
KQ: Has anything happened to you that was so good you thought it must be a dream? Are you a person who tells other people your dreams? Why or why not? (1)
What makes you laugh? Has something so good ever happened to you that it made you laugh? (2)
What is one good thing the Lord has done for you? How recent is it? Can you remember the first great thing the Lord did for you, maybe in answer to your prayers? (3)
Is it okay to pray that the Lord will restore your fortunes or does that feel too selfish to you? Explain. (4)
What makes the picture of sowing in tears and reaping with joy encouraging? (5-6)
Overall, how does this Psalm make you feel? Is it important how you feel?
Prayer
Pray that the Lord would restore your fortunes and maybe the fortunes of a friend.