My Help Comes

This lesson explores how Psalm 121:1 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Psalm 121:1

I lift up my eyes to the mountains — where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.

New Testament

Luke 2:30

For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations.

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Alfred Edersheim

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Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

The psalmist looked upward for help from the LORD. Simeon held the infant Jesus and declared that his eyes had seen God's salvation. The help the psalmist sought was now held in an old man's arms.

Reflection

Lord Jesus, shape my daily life after Your ministry. As Psalm 121:1 meets Luke 2:30, teach me to serve with compassion and truth.