Sermons on Asaph:

Getting Perspective From Psalm 73

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Nov 22, 2002

In Psalms of Lament, there is a three-fold emphasis: I am hurting; You are not helping; They are winning. Psalm 73 focuses on the third statement of this three-fold pattern - “They are winning.”

SERMONIC / WORSHIP THEME Opening Statement: It’s Thanksgiving Day and the aroma of roast turkey fills Charlie Brown’s house. Snoopy, outside, lying on top of his doghouse, smells that aroma, and he is thinking, “It’s Thanksgiving Day. Everybody eats turkey on Thanksgiving Day.” So he lies on top ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

When You Don't Get It, God Does Get It

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Aug 31, 2005

God is faithful even when we don’t understand what He is doing, and His way is best for us.

I want to thank you for this opportunity to share from God’s word with you today. KC and Simone send their greetings as well but they could not be here today. They’re probably sleeping right now. I have come to appreciate my being here with you all at SEFC more and more. The adjustment to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The By-Products Of Worship

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 20, 2008

The purpose of worship is that it glorifies God … but there are some by-products.

The By-products of worship WORSHIP — reverent devotion and allegiance pledged to God; the rituals or ceremonies by which this reverence is expressed. The English word “worship” comes from the Old English word “worthship,” a word that denotes the worthiness of the one receiving the special honor or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Guide Me With Your Counsel

Contributed by David Simpson on May 17, 2016

God changes our attitude when we submit to His counsel.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church April 10, 2016 David Simpson “Guide Me With Your Counsel” SLIDE #1 Psalm 73 Faith surprised me a few years ago with a visit to the Fox Theatre to see David Copperfield, the magician. It was a fascinating show, with his slight of hand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

His Mercy Endures Forever

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 14, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Chronicles 16: 1 – 43

1 Chronicles 16: 1 – 43 His Mercy endures forever 16 So they brought the ark of God and set it in the midst of the tabernacle that David had erected for it. Then they offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before God. 2 And when David had finished offering the burnt offerings and the peace ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

So The Next Generation Will Know

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Oct 17, 2022

I want to challenge you to make children THE number one priority of your church so the next generation will know.

SO THE NEXT GENERATION WILL KNOW - Psalm 78:1-7 (Keynote Conference Sermon) I am so excited to be with you because of our conference theme. It fits so well with the work I do every day. We are "Serving children and families in need to reach the next generation for Christ." A few years ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

If God Ever Has, He Still Can

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

The Psamist keeps saying, “cause thy face to shine and we shall be saved.” 1. It implies that he had seen God’s power in the past and wanted to see it again. 2. The Psalmist all through the chapter knew that his only hope was to have

IF GOD EVER HAS HE STILL CAN--PSALM 80 1. As in the case of most of the historical Psalms, it is impossible to say for certain exactly when this Psalm was written. All that we know for sure is that it sets forth a picture of great disaster and national calamity. Most think that it was written by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1

Denomination: Baptist

Saints In The Complaint Department Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

The God who built us this way is telling us by these negative Psalms that we have to get rid of the poison or we will have a breakdown. Our health on all levels: physical, mental, and spiritual, depends on our being able to remove the pollution from our inner life.

It is always a shock when an innocent little child all of the sudden lets loose with a swear word, or some other sort of vulgar language. We are startled because we had no idea the pollution of the world had seeped into their little mind. We have the same emotion when we read the Bible, and all ...read more

From Vexation To Victory Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

From Vexation to Victory

Psalm 73 From Vexation to Victory I. Asaph's Confusion - Over the Prosperity of the Wicked (1-12). Their Prosperity - 3 For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. Their Peace - 4 For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Remember What’s Ahead

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Feb 15, 2010

Why did the wicked prosper and the faithful suffer? Through Psalm 73 our God brings us comfort and strength as we struggle with this question.

Text: Psalm 73:1-28 Theme: Remember What’s Ahead Season: The Last Sunday after Epiphany: Transfiguration Date: February 14, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Remember-What_s-Ahead-Psalm73_1-28.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Did God Allow This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the concept of suffering from the perspective of Psalm 73, emphasizing God's sovereignty, the benefits that can come from suffering, and how we can find peace amidst it all.

Good morning, family! Welcome this beautiful Sunday, as we come together to delve into God's word. Today, we're going to explore a topic that we all may have grappled with at some point - suffering. More specifically, we're going to look at it from the perspective of Psalm 73, focusing on God's ...read more

Topics: Bad Things, Christians

Part 2: God's Justice And Mercy Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 1, 2017

What God has revealed concerning Himself is called His attributes. This sermon is going to look at two of these attributes: justice and mercy.

ATTRIBUTES OF GOD PART2: JUSTICE AND MERCY Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 While comprehending the ineffable is a task being human ability, through the Spirit of God our soul’s yearning to know God can be satisfied. What God has revealed concerning Himself is called ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:5-7, Psalm 103:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifices - When Making Sacrifices Grows Old Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 21, 2009

This sermon addresses the Christian’s frustration with their struggles as they watch the unrighteous continue to prosper.

Sacrifices: When Making Sacrifices Grows Old Part I: When the Wicked Prospers Scripture: Psalm 73 Introduction This message was birthed in my spirit several months ago as I thought about the many conversations that I have had with people that started off with the words “Why” or “When”. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dad...how Are You Equipping Your Children?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 13, 2006

An examination of the call upon a Father’s life.

1 Chronicles 25 David and the army commanders then appointed men from the families of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to proclaim God’s messages to the accompaniment of harps, lyres, and cymbals. Here is a list of their names and their work: [2] From the sons of Asaph, there were Zaccur, Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 25:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoicing When You Want Fiery Justice Instead!! Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 16, 2023

John the Baptist sits in jail, waiting for Justice to rain down upon Herod. Meanwhile Christ preaches Good News, rather than wrath. How can we rejoice when there is no justice in this world?

Good Morning! As someone who grew up in a liturgical church, I realize that Lent and Advent can be easy to confuse. I say the wrong name quite a bit and might accidentally say the wrong name this morning. That’s one of those pastor cliches. My pastor, from our parish down in Baltimore, kept putting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Anglican