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In this powerful message based on Psalm 137, Elder Bongani Tshoma reflects on Israel’s captivity in Babylon and their heartfelt question: “How shall we sing the Lord’s song in a strange land?” Drawing from their exile, he compares Babylon to the difficult, unfamiliar seasons we face—times of grief, illness, financial struggle, workplace tension, or spiritual dryness.The sermon reminds believers that a “strange land” is not just a physical place, but an emotional and spiritual season where life feels disorienting. Yet, just as God remained with Israel in Babylon, He remains present with His people today. Zion represents identity, promise, hope, and God’s abiding presence—truths that cannot be taken away, even in exile.Through examples like Job’s declaration of faith, Daniel in the lion’s den, and Paul and Silas singing in prison, the message emphasizes that worship is not performance but spiritual warfare. Our song becomes our strength, our testimony, and our weapon against discouragement. When we continue to praise God in difficult seasons, we declare trust in His faithfulness and anticipate the ultimate hope—the New Jerusalem and Christ’s soon return.The sermon closes with a call to keep singing songs of hope and victory, remembering that our present “Babylon” is temporary. Our strange land is not our final destination—Zion is coming.