Sermons on Psalms 166:1-133:3:

Godly Humility (Psalm 30)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 18, 2026

How does God teach us humility?

When we become proud, what does God teach us? Let’s look at Psalm 30. Who lifted us out of the depths, rescued us from the grave where our enemies could gloat over us? I will exalt you, Lord, for you lifted me out of the depths and did not let my enemies gloat over me. Lord my God, I called to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God A Rock (Psalm 31)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 18, 2026

Is God our rock of safety?

Who is the true rock of our faith? Let’s look at Psalm 31. In whom do we take refuge, like on a rock high above danger below? In you, O Lord, do I take refuge; let me never be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me! Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily! Be a rock of refuge for me, a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Short Life (Psalm 39)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 21, 2026

What will you do with your short life?

What is really important in a short life? Let’s look at Psalm 39. In the presence of the wicked and constant foul language, have we tried to keep silent? I said, “I will watch my ways and keep my tongue from sin; I will put a muzzle on my mouth while in the presence of the wicked.” So I remained ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Patient Waiting (Psalm 40)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 22, 2026

What does waiting on the Lord teach us?

Do we confess our sins and wait patiently for God’s forgiveness and healing? Is there a sacrifice that would permanently pay the price for our sins? Let’s look at Psalm 40. Does God build faith as we wait patiently for Him to hear our prayers? I patiently waited, Lord, for you to hear my prayer. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Kind To The Poor (Psalm 41)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 22, 2026

Is kindness important?

Should we be kind to the poor, confess our sins, and leave vengeance to God? Let’s look at Psalm 41. What attribute of a believer does God bless with joy, divine rescue, protection, prosperity and health? Oh, the joys of those who are kind to the poor! The Lord rescues them when they are in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thirst For God (Psalm 42)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 22, 2026

Are we thirsty for God?

How could we describe our desire for God? Let’s look at Psalm 42. Do we have a thirst for God? Do we sing and shout God’s praise in our churches? As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and appear before ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Worship Of Waiting (Psalm 37) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 26, 2019

We know God wins in the end. But what do we do in the meantime, when evil seems to be winning?

The Worship of Waiting (Psalm 37) Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Psalm 37. One of my all-time favorite books is “Children’s Letters to God.” It’s a collection of prayers, observations, questions, and complaints, with the handwriting, grammar, and punctuation of the children that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21, Matthew 5:39-45, Isaiah 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 22 - Jesus On The Cross Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 29, 2019

"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" Jesus' terrible cry on the cross is answered in Psalm 22.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:21, Luke 1:46-55, Acts 7:53, Galatians 3:19, John 16:13-14, Isaiah 59:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Rejected (Psalm 74)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 7, 2026

Does God reject us sometimes?

In dark times can we feel like God has rejected us? Do we keep praying during those times? Let’s look at Psalm 74. A contemplation by Asaph. (WEB) Has God rejected us forever? Does He remember His purchased people? O God, why have you rejected us forever? Why does your anger smolder against the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Known (Psalm 76)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 9, 2026

Do we know God?

Do we know about God but not actually know Him personally? Does His hand in our world reveal His nearness? Let’s look at Psalm 76. For the Chief Musician. On stringed instruments. A Psalm by Asaph. A song. (WEB) Does our community know God? Do we personally know Him? Do we understand and see His ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Restore Us (Psalm 80)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 12, 2026

Is revival our prayer?

Are restoration and revival something that we should be personally pursuing, praying that the whole church will also experience? Let’s begin in Psalm 80. For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “The Lilies of the Covenant.” A Psalm by Asaph. (WEB) Have we ever been in need of God’s rescue, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sing Praises (Psalm 81)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 12, 2026

Is singing praise choruses somehow wrong?

Are praises just for certain churches or are we all encouraged to sing praises? Do we praise the idols of the world or God? Let’s look at Psalm 81. For the Chief Musician. On an instrument of Gath. By Asaph. (WEB) Are tambourines, wind and various stringed instruments appropriate? Sing praises ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Restore Us (Psalm 85)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 15, 2026

What is needed for God to restore us?

As God favored Israel and forgave them, can He restore us? What are His conditions? Let’s look at Psalm 85. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by the sons of Korah. (WEB) Did God show favor to His land and forgive His people? You, Lord, showed favor to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Protect Me (Psalm 86)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 15, 2026

Do we really have all the protection we need?

In a dangerous and selfish world where do we find ultimate protection? Let’s begin in Psalm 86. A Prayer by David. (WEB) Do we recognize how poor and helpless we are in reality? Do we recognize that God is our only real protection? Please listen, Lord, and answer my prayer! I am poor and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Mountain (Psalm 87)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 15, 2026

What does Zion picture?

Does Zion picture a humble God, our eternal hope, our rebirth, our true citizenship, the springs of our heavenly blessings? Let’s begin in Psalm 87. A Psalm by the sons of Korah; a Song. (WEB) Why did God choose Zion, a humble hill, to love more than the highest mountains? Are we born from Zion ...read more

Denomination: Baptist