Psalm 122

Summary

The sermon on Psalm 122 emphasizes the joy, praise, and prayer of the pilgrim journeying to Jerusalem, symbolizing the believer's spiritual journey toward God's presence. The pilgrim's joy is tied to the anticipation of being in God's house, the praise highlights the unity and justice found in Jerusalem, and the prayer seeks peace and prosperity for the city. The message connects the physical Jerusalem with the heavenly Jerusalem (the church) and the New Jerusalem to come, encouraging believers to persevere in faith as they are "almost home."