# Psalm 129: God Preserves His People Through Affliction

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Podcast: [Reading the Bible Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/reading-the-bible-daily-6738564)
Published: 2026-06-17T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Psalm 129 reflects on Israel's long history of suffering and persecution while celebrating the faithfulness of God. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how God's people endure affliction because the Lord is righteous, sovereign, and faithful to preserve His people. Ultimately, this psalm points us to Jesus Christ, who suffered on behalf of His people and secured their final victory through His death and resurrection. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

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