Sermons on Psalms 16:1-16:

Have Mercy (Psalm 51)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 27, 2026

Do we confess to God?

Do we confess our sins to God? Let’s look at Psalm 51. Is this David’s confession after adultery? Do we acknowledge our sin or pretend it doesn’t exist? To the Director: A Davidic Psalm. When the prophet Nathan came to him, after he had gone in to Bathsheba. Have mercy, God, according to your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dishonest Wealth (Psalm 52)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 27, 2026

Are we honest or dishonest in business?

There are honest business people whose customers trust them, but how many others build wealth on lies instead of honesty? Let’s begin in Psalm 52. Do people in our world boast about their crimes, plot destruction, and tell lies? [For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time Doeg ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rescue Me (Psalm 54)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 28, 2026

Salvation now and eternal.

Is salvation a rescue from dangers in this life as well as for eternity? Let’s look at Psalm 54. Do we ever experience a need for God to rescue us from attacks in this life? [For the choir director: A psalm of David, regarding the time the Ziphites came and said to Saul, “We know where David is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Steadfast Trust (Psalm 57)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 29, 2026

How much do we trust God?

In a lion's den of trouble, do we trust in God’s mercy to send from heaven, and save us? Let’s look at Psalm 57. Who do we ask for mercy in the midst of calamity, trusting in God? Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wicked People (Psalm 58)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 30, 2026

What kind of leaders are currently in power worldwide?

Do we delude ourselves or face the truth, that we are living in a corrupt world, led by wicked people? Let’s look at Psalm 58. Do society’s leaders truly speak rightly and judge fairly or is wickedness in their hearts and violence in their hands? For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Deliver Me (Psalm 59)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 30, 2026

Will God deliver us?

In the midst of overwhelming danger, do we have faith that God will deliver us? Let’s look at Psalm 59. For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A poem by David, when Saul sent, and they watched the house to kill him. (WEB) In a dangerous world, do we need delivery from those who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Mountaineer's Psalm

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 5, 2025

Where do we look for solace in times of grief or hardship. And with whom do we share our joy when God blesses us.

Introduction Thank you for inviting me to take your festival service today (in Skillington - the church where Revd Charles Hudson was vicar from 1859 to 1865) My interest comes from a former vicar here - Revd Charles Hudson (4th October 1828-14 July 1865). Charles was born in Park Street in ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Psalms 23 Bible Study Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 7, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 1 Bible Study Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 7, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Psalms 1 (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 2 - Kiss The Son Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 31, 2024

Exposition Psalm 2

Psalm 02 | Kiss the Son Introduction: • The 1st Messianic Psalm (The NT ascribes authorship to David in Acts 4:25-26) • This Psalm is about the kingdom of God and the kingdoms man sets up. Verse 1 | Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? • The Psalmist questions the purpose and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 3 - No Way Out Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 31, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 3

Psalm 03 Context: - Absolom, one of David’s sons, considered to be very handsome. - Killed his half – brother (Amnon) who raped Absolom’s sister (Tamar). - Exiled from Jerusalem and King David for 2 years for the murder of Amnon. - Returned and there appeared to be a reunion; Absolom spent the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 5 - My Refuge Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 31, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 5

5:1 | Listen to my words, LORD; consider my sighing. • 5:2 | Pay attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for I pray to you. • Hebrew Parallelism (saying the same thing twice) • David desired to have an audience with God. 5:3 | In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 6 - My Confession Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 4, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 6

Context: Confession • Me, My Brother and Sister got in trouble once (at the same time) • 2-week ground and before the 1st week was over, my brother and sister had already done things that we weren’t supposed to do. I knew what we had done was wrong so I was doing my absolute best to stay within ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 7 - Prayer For Justice Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 4, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 7

Call on the LORD x Lord 1-2 | LORD my God, I Seek refuge in you; save me from all my pursuers and rescue me or they will tear me apart like a lion, ripping me apart with no one to rescue me. • Cush is unknown but most likely came from Absolom’s rebellion or one of Saul’s men. • David had fled ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 9 - Celebration Of Justice Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 4, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 9

Verse 1 – 2 || I will thank the LORD with all my heart; I will declare all your wondrous works. I will rejoice and boast about you; I will sing about your name, Most High. • What do you sing about? What are you most passionate about? • For David, his passion is God and what he has done. His ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational