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Psalm 121





1-2 I look up to the mountains; does my strength come from mountains?



No, my strength comes from God, who made heaven, and earth, and mountains.





3-4 He won't let you stumble, your Guardian God won't fall asleep. Not on your life!



Israel's Guardian will never doze or sleep.





5-6 God's your Guardian, right at your side to protect you— Shielding you from sunstroke, sheltering you from moonstroke.





7-8 God guards you from every evil, He guards your very life. He guards you when you leave and when you return, he guards you now, he guards you always.





I'm reflecting on this psalm today as I pack for my drive home early tomorrow morning. Thank you for your loving prayers for my visit. We are grateful for all the safety that has surrounded us as we have been out so much all around San Diego. As I drive home alone, I'm trusting in God's protection!



May you enjoy your Sunday and a special thanks to Ginger and Charlotte for hosting Spiritual Sundays.





Comments

  1. What a perfect Psalm for your drive home! I'll be praying for you Mary. May your drive be pleasant and that you find time to pray and sing. Trust the Lord with ALL of your needs and loved ones. I'm learning that too.

    Love you,
    Debbie

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  2. Asking God to be your traveling companion as you journey home dear, love you.

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  3. Hi Mary,
    What a wonderful post you have shared. I love the Psalms; each one is so inspirational and full of wisdom. Safe journey, dear friend! God will be with you, watching over you because He is your constant Companion! My prayers are with you. Have a wonderful Sunday.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  4. One of my favorites and praying that over you dear sister!May He protect you and guide you and surround you with His angels! Take care sis Mary and I pray that when you leave, all those warm, loving memories you have spent with your daughters and beautiful Susanna will keep you company! Love to you sister in Christ.

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  5. The perfect traveling scripture! Have a safe trip home, Friend!

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  6. Love this Psalm, I will be praying for God's continued protection as you travel home.
    Blessings,
    Sue

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  7. The Psalms are all really great, and this is a beautiful post. I'm praying for you as you drive home. Thank you for visiting my blog and commenting.

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  8. Thank-you for sharing these Psalms today. I will be praying for you to have a safe trip home. I'm so happy that you had a wonderful visit.
    Blessings,
    Ginger

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  9. Wonderful verses ~ praying for God's traveling mercies for you.

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  10. What a fitting and beautiful Psalm. Have a save and prayerful drive home, praising the Lord all the way. Hugs, Marty

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  11. Mary,

    May the Lord go before you and be your Rear Guard too!! So thankful for your time with Carrie and your precious Susanna :)

    Will be praying traveling mercies for your trip home. I am sure your DH will be sooo happy to see his sweet Bride!

    Love you!

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  12. These are beautiful verses and so full of comfort and wisdom. I join the others in praying for your safe drive home. Blessings to you, Debbie

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  13. Good evening sweet Mary,
    I'm giving thanks (in advance) to Him for safely delivering you home again ... believing He has not only heard your prayer, but sees you whole and healthy.
    May your new week bring all sorts of unexpected happiness!

    Myra

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  14. I am praying for you to arrive home safely. I am glad you enjoyed your visit with your family.

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  15. A beautiful Psalm. Safe travels to you!

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  16. It's so wonderful to know that He holds us in the palm of His hand and that there are angels all around us!!
    Susan

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  17. Praying for your safe return, I hope that you have a happy Sunday.

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  18. Wonderful Psalm. Thank you for posting this. I will pray that you have a safe trip home.

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  19. I just love opening up your blog and seeing your smiling face! I can tell that God resides behind that smile.

    Thank you for the scripture Psalm today. It's so awesome that we can praise Him just by looking at His beautiful creation.

    I have a daughter and grandchildren and a son-in-law who lives states away also. I understand how special your time together with you daughter has been for you. So glad you had this time.

    Blessings,
    Lee Ann

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  20. There's nothing like the Psalms to keep us centered.

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  21. What an appropriate post for you today. If you left early this morning, you're well on your way by now. I hope and pray and safe trip for you.
    Blessings,
    Charlotte

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  22. I love that passage in scripture.Wonderful post today. I'll be praying for traveling mercies as you make your way back home. Blessings,
    Mary

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  23. Safe travel for you Mary and thank you for sharing that wonderful Psalm with us for Spiritual Sunday.



    Blessings,
    Jean

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  24. Beautiful! I love this scripture...and the song it inspired. I'll be singing it all night.

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  25. One of my favorite Psalms. You are home now so I know the LORD carried you safely. Praise His Name.

    Love you.

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