Psalms 131-134 form part of the songs of ascent, short poignant songs that seem designed to have been sung. All 15 of them focus on hope, most in a cheerful manner.
Today’s Psalms encourage the listener to be quiet and calm of mind, remind of God’s choice in Israel and Zion, and use a similie to describe the benefits of unity.
“I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. But I have calmed and quieted my soul… O Israel, hope in the LORD from this time forth and forevermore.” There were many events in David’s life that could not readily be understood or fixed. Rather than worrying over things outside his control, David instead meditates, focusing on God and the eternal hope He had promised.
We can use the same approach to avoid being overcome by the cares of the world that can choke the word, leading us to become unfruitful. Instead, take the advice of Jesus, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest”.