Many scholars believe that the Israelites sang Psalm 121 (one of the Psalms of Ascent) as they were on their journey to Jerusalem after they had been held captive by the Babylonians. They sang this song as they were still in a place that was not their home and while they were yearning to be with God in his house. Walking day after day on their long trip, they could see the hills in the distance realizing that Jerusalem and the temple were near. Looking to the hills reminded them that their help, their strength, and their courage comes from the Lord. The hills would have been their constant encouragement and reminder that God was always with them. It is the same for us. As we travel on the journey God has unfolded before us, we can be easily discouraged by the trials and heartaches that come our way. But if we look to the hills we will stay focused on the One who gives us help to get through the day. Praise the Lord.