125. The Lord Protects His People. People who trust the Lord are like a mountain that can't be shaken and will stand forever. The Lord protects His people by holding them in His arms forever. The Lord will not allow His people to be ruled by the wicked. We ask God to do good to everyone who obeys Him, and banish the wicked.
126. Return from Captivity. We thought we were dreaming when God brought us back home. We celebrated with laughter and song. Other nations were saying that God had performed miracles to free us. We ask You, God to restore our prosperity. We sowed with tears and will harvest with songs of joy.
127. Prosperity Comes from the Lord. Houses don't get built without God. Cities don't get guarded without God. You start work early and keep going until it's late so you can eat - God grants sleep to those He loves. Children are a gift from God. They are like arrows for a warrior, the more you have the better protected you are in your old age.
128. The Lord Rewards His Faithful People. The Lord will bless you if you love Him and obey all His laws. You will have plenty and be happy. You will have many children. May the Lord bless you with prosperity as long as you live. May you live long enough to see your grandchildren.
129. A Prayer for the Defeat of Enemies. Ever since I was little enemies attacked Israel. They never won even though when they plowed my back they left deep furrows. The Lord set me free. May all who hate us be turned back in shame, may they be like grass that won't grow or a harvester without fruit. They aren't worthy of God's blessing.
130. Trusting the Lord in Times of Trouble. Dear Lord, please hear me. It's a good thing that You forgive us, we wouldn't last long if You kept a record of our sins. I wait for You, Lord, with more eagerness than a soldier on duty waits for the dawn. Israel, trust the Lord, He is always merciful and will save you from all your sins.
131. Trust the Lord! My heart is not proud, I don't look down on people. I don't waste my time on impossible schemes. I have learned to feel safe and satisfied like a child on its mother's lap. Put your hope in the Lord forever.
Tomorrow read Psalms 132-135:14
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