Psalm 128
Psalm 128 Meaning
Psalm 128 pronounces a blessing on those who fear the LORD and walk in His ways, promising the simple joys of fruitful work and a flourishing family around the table.
It ends praying that the pilgrim would see the good of Jerusalem all the days of his life and peace upon Israel.
Key verses from Psalm 128
“Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.”
Psalm 128:1
“For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.”
Psalm 128:2
“The LORD shall bless thee out of Zion: and thou shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life.”
Psalm 128:5
How Psalm 128 points to Jesus
The blessing of a flourishing life comes to fullness in Jesus, who gives us peace with God and a place at His table. In Him we see the good of the true Jerusalem.