Attention all listeners! Welcome to Episode 10 of “The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage” by Walking with Purpose. In this episode, we will be diving into Psalm 130, also known as “de profundis,” which means “out of the depths.” This episode addresses feelings of brokenness and hopelessness and focuses on waiting for divine redemption. The key scripture for this episode is Psalm 130:1–8, which emphasizes the importance of opening our hearts and inviting God in. Throughout the episode, hosts Lisa and Laura will reflect on the theme of waiting for divine redemption and pose reflective questions for listeners to journal about. So grab your Bible, maybe a box of tissues, and get ready to embark on this journey with us.
Welcome back to the “Hope for Right Now” podcast by Walking with Purpose! In this episode, we continue our pilgrimage through the Psalms of Ascent, specifically focusing on Psalm 130. This Psalm, often referred to as “de profundis,” meaning “out of the depths,” speaks to the brokenness that many of us experience in our lives. Hosts Lisa and Laura discuss the importance of staying in the depths rather than running away and waiting for divine redemption with hope. They also explore the concept of being a Watchman of the invisible, emphasizing the need to be aware of God’s presence and work in our lives. This episode poses thought-provoking questions and invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences of waiting for divine redemption. So open your heart, open your Bible, and join us on this transformative journey through Psalm 130.
Episode Overview
In Episode 10 of “The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage” by Walking with Purpose, the focus is on Psalm 130, also known as “De Profundis,” meaning “out of the depths.” This episode specifically addresses feelings of brokenness and hopelessness that many of us might experience. The key scripture for this episode is Psalm 130:1–8, which discusses waiting for divine redemption. Other referenced scriptures include Romans 8:38–39, Joel 2:25, Psalm 27:13–14, Psalm 130:7, John 19:25, and Luke 7:47. The episode encourages listeners to open their hearts and invite God in, while also posing reflective questions about waiting for divine redemption and seeking God’s guidance during times of waiting.
Psalm 130:1–8 – Waiting for Divine Redemption
In this section, the exploration of Psalm 130 begins. Psalm 130 is a powerful expression of crying out to God from a place of deep brokenness, represented by the phrase “out of the depths.” The phrase is both figurative, representing the deepest canyons of the ocean and the heart, as well as literal, acknowledging the depths of our brokenness. The musician Kristen Getty describes the depths as places where light cannot reach and where hope for finding the surface is constantly crushed by pressure and darkness. Despite this, Psalm 130 calls us to draw near to Christ from a place of realness and brokenness, aware of the vast impassable expanse between the ocean floor and the celestial ceiling. By acknowledging our brokenness and crying out to God, we can find hope in divine redemption.
Reflecting on Waiting for Divine Redemption
In this section, the focus is on the importance of opening our hearts to God and inviting Him in. It explores the idea of seeking divine guidance during times of waiting and questioning. By opening ourselves up to God and seeking His presence and guidance, we can find peace and a sense of direction. The episode poses reflective questions for listeners to consider, such as where they are waiting for divine redemption and if there is something specific God is asking them to do during this time of waiting.
The Importance of Staying in the Depths
In this section, the episode emphasizes the significance of staying in the depths of brokenness and not running away from pain. It encourages listeners to lean into their brokenness and embrace it instead of trying to escape or avoid it. By staying in the depths, we can fully experience and process our pain, leading to healing and growth. Waiting with hope, even in the depths, allows us to trust in God’s faithfulness and redemption.
Being a Watchman of the Invisible
This section explores the concept of being a watchman, or sentinel, of the invisible. It encourages listeners to be aware of God’s presence and work in their lives, even in times of waiting and brokenness. By recognizing God’s presence and the ways He is working behind the scenes, we can find comfort, hope, and strength. Being a watchman involves being vigilant and attentive to the spiritual realities in our lives.
Resources and Related Content
In this section, the episode mentions resources and related content that listeners may find helpful. It introduces “Hope for Right Now,” a Catholic women’s apostolate that offers Bible studies and podcasts. It also suggests exploring Bible studies and podcasts related to the theme of waiting for divine redemption. Additionally, it mentions a connection to Episode 10, which may include further insights and discussions related to the topic.
Reflective Questions
To encourage further reflection, the episode provides journaling prompts for listeners to engage with the theme of waiting for divine redemption. These questions invite listeners to dive deeper into their own experiences, emotions, and thoughts on the matter, fostering personal growth and introspection.
Conclusion
The conclusion of the article summarizes the key points discussed in the episode. It emphasizes the encouragement to embrace brokenness and find hope in divine redemption. By acknowledging our brokenness, seeking God’s presence and guidance, and staying in the depths with hope, we can experience healing, growth, and ultimately find redemption in God.
Join us for Episode 10 in our seven-week series, The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage. The word translated “ascent” means “to go up.” It gives an idea of being on a journey, moving to a higher place spiritually. In this week’s episode, Lisa and Laura dive into Psalm 130, often referred to as de profundis, a Latin phrase meaning “out of the depths.” If you are experiencing a brokenness that has you crying from the depths, believing there is no chance of hope, this episode is for you, dear friend. Grab your Bible, and maybe a box of tissues, and get ready to invite Him in.
Open your Heart to our key Scripture.
Psalm 130:1–8: Waiting for Divine Redemption.
Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord!
Lord, hear my voice!
Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my supplications!
If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand?
But there is forgiveness with you,
That you may be feared.
I wait for the Lord, my soul waits,
And in his word I hope;
My soul waits for the Lord
More than watchmen for the morning,
More than watchmen for the morning.
O Israel, hope in the Lord!
For with the Lord there is mercy,
And with him is plenteous redemption.
And he will redeem Israel from all his iniquities.
Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode.
Romans 8:38–39: For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Joel 2:25: I will restore to you the years which the swarming locust has eaten.
Psalm 27:13–14: I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living! Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; yea, wait for the Lord!
Psalm 130:7: Hope in the Lord! For with the Lord there is mercy, with him is plenteous redemption.
John 19:25: Standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother’s sister, Mary, the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala.
Luke 7:47: Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much; but he who is forgiven little, loves little.
Invite Him in with this episode’s questions for reflection.
Where are you waiting for divine redemption?
In this time of waiting, is there something God is asking you to do?
Show mentions.
Keith and Kristyn Getty, “I Will Wait For You (Psalm 130)”
Guido Galletti, Christ of the Abyss statue
Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1872
Timothy Keller, The Meaning of Marriage
Father Iain Matthew, The Impact of God