Psalms for Pilgrims #3 Worship (Psalm 122) Introduction: “What Jerusalem was to the ancient Jews the church is to believers in Christ.” Timothy Keller I. True Worship is Approached with Joyful Anticipation Psalm 122 (ESV) 1 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD!” 2 Our feet have been standing within your gates, O Jerusalem! II. True Worship Benefits Us in Multiple Ways Psalm 122 (ESV) 3 Jerusalem—built as a city that is bound firmly together, 4 to which the tribes go up, the tribes of the LORD, as was decreed for Israel, to give thanks to the name of the LORD. 5 There thrones for judgment were set, the thrones of the house of David. You enjoy the closeness of Christian fellowship You experience the unity that comes from praising God together You receive direction for your life from God’s word III. True Worship Creates a Burden in Us to Pray Psalm 122 (ESV) 7 Peace be within your walls and security within your towers!” 8 For my brothers and companions’ sake I will say, “Peace be within you!” 9 For the sake of the house of the LORD our God, I will seek your good. Conclusion: