
Mt. Zion and Jerusalem the Choice of The Father
Subject: Mt. Zion and Jerusalem, the Choice of The Father
Scripture Readings: Psalms 128 & 129
Memory Verses: Psalm 132: 13 - 14
Objective: To develop an awareness to God's special place on earth.
Introduction: There is something special about the city of Jerusalem. Abraham marked the spot, Jacob built an altar and Solomon built a temple. Most importantly, Jesus was born there and the divine city will be in that same location. It is not coincidental that it is our Heavenly Father's choice. As we search the scriptures today, be empowered that this very spot will be the chief location for our eternal worship. Be encouraged, we all can make it.
1. Identify the place where the Heavenly Father commanded blessings and life forevermore. Psalm 133: 3, Psalm 134: 3, Psalm 128: 5
2. What is said about committing Jerusalem to memory and keeping her in prayer? Psalm 137: 5 & 6, Psalm 122: 6
Note: The Jews have always been a prosperous people, and they have never forgotten Jerusalem. Each year at the close of the Passover, they shake each other's hand and say: ‘Next year at Jerusalem".’ This has been their practice now for nearly 2,000 years in their prolonged exile from the mother land.
3. What special prayer of David concerning Israel, is to be fulfilled when they return? Psalm 14: 7
Note: This prayer will evidently be answered when the remnant of Israel experiences salvation, in the very near future.
4. State the promise concerning Zion (the cities of Judah) in Psalm 69: 35 & 36.
5. What is especially said concerning Ephraim, Judah, and establishing mount Zion forever? Psalm 78: 67 - 69
6. Has there been a special time set to remember and favour Zion, and what is said about the true servants? Psalm 102: 13 & 14
7. What great event will the restoration of Zion precede, and who will praise and declare the name of the Lord? Psalm 102: 16, 20 & 21
8. What may we understand from these prophets, Joel and Zachariah? Joel 2: 31 – 32, Zechariah 8: 3 – 5
Thought Provoking Question: Will your current life qualify you to be among the sanctified?