How does this show God's faithfulness?
What does "the LORD was on our side" reveal about God's faithfulness?

The Verse in Focus

“If the LORD had not been on our side—let Israel now declare—” (Psalm 124:1)


Snapshot of the Setting

• A “Song of Ascents” sung by pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem

• David recalls real threats—enemies so fierce that, without God, Israel would have been “swallowed … alive” (v. 3)

• The line “the LORD was on our side” becomes a testimony rung out by the entire nation


What the Line Tells Us about God’s Faithfulness

• Steadfast Presence

– God is not a distant observer; He stands “on our side,” entering the battle Himself (Exodus 14:14).

– His covenant promise, “I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5), is literal and active.

• Covenant Loyalty (Hebrew: ḥesed)

Deuteronomy 7:9: “He is the faithful God, keeping His covenant of loving devotion.”

– The same loyalty that brought Israel out of Egypt now protects them in David’s day and continues for every believer.

• Proven Track Record

Lamentations 3:22-23: “Because of the LORD’s loving devotion we are not consumed … great is Your faithfulness.”

Psalm 124 reviews past rescues to underline a pattern: God has never failed His people.

• Sovereign Protection

Psalm 91:4: “He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge.”

– “On our side” means God takes personal responsibility for our safety.

• Unchanging Character

2 Timothy 2:13: “If we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.”

– God’s faithfulness is rooted in who He is, not in our performance.


How This Shapes Our Daily Confidence

• When opposition rises, recall specific moments where God intervened—just as Israel rehearsed theirs.

• Replace “our” with your own name: “The LORD was on my side” to personalize His faithfulness.

• Let gratitude fuel trust; yesterday’s deliverance guarantees today’s hope (Psalm 124:8).


Key Takeaways

• God’s faithfulness is active, covenantal, and historically verifiable.

• The phrase “the LORD was on our side” sums up His unwavering commitment to defend, preserve, and keep His people.

• Therefore, believers can face any threat with the settled assurance that the faithful God who stood with Israel stands with us now.

How does Psalm 124:2 encourage reliance on God's protection in daily life?
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