Psalm 125-126

Psalm 125:2 offers a majestic picture of God's presence in the lives of his people. "As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the LORD surrounds his people." The permanence of the mountains demonstrates only a fraction of God's faithfulness. A difficult landscape would discourage invaders. Yet God's presence is active in working against those who oppress his people. That does not mean he stops them in their tracks. Instead he may give his followers a determination and faith that cannot be defeated; even by death. Wind and weather will one day wear down the mountains, but the LORD's presence will never be removed from the lives of his believers.
Stuart