God has blessed His people in many ways, and he continues to bless believers, families and the church. In part 1 we will look at the blessings that God gives to believers.

We look at Psalm 127 and discover that we are in fact dependent on everything we do, but in particular for our sustenance. There is also the admonision to work hard and not be lazy.

We look at Psalm 126 and discover that we are in fact dependent on everything we do, but in particular for our families, shelter and security.

As part of Psalm 126, the people prayed to God for restoration, protection and other blessings. May we do likewise, acknowledging God in our lives.

This Psalm reflects the joy of the people as they realise God's blessings to them as they walk to the feast in Jerusalem. Likewise, we also have a large number of blessings for which we can be equally thankful.

With reference to Psalm 125 from the Bible, we explore God’s Mercy and His Justice.

The psalms of Ascent that we are looking at were sung in Biblical times by the Israelites as they travelled toward s Jerusalem for festivities. We look today at the Protection the God promises us in Psalm 125.

Psalm 124 confirms that our God is an ever present Help in times of trouble. A very encouraging psalm indeed.

Psalm 120 is rather gloomy, but that is why we should look closely at it - it is true too life.

Psalm 122 in the Bible gives reasons why the Children of Israel went up to Jerusalem to Worship God, and it provides modern day Christians with reasons why we should Worship in a similar frame of mind.