Sermons on Psalms 38:1-40:22:

We Praise The Name Of Yahweh (Psalm 135) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 27, 2025

A sermon I wrote, while wrestling with what Michael Heiser teaches in The Unseem Realm about the Name of Yahweh being Jesus.

Today, we continue our very sporadic and haphazard study of the psalms, by turning to Psalm 135. This is a beautiful psalm-- it's the type of psalm that lends itself to being used as an opener for Sunday morning worship. I hope today that you'll leave differently, in two ways. The first, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:1-21

God's Delivery (Psalm 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2026

Does God deliver?

Who will deliver us when everything else fails? Who will give us true justice? When we suffer do we make threats or have faith in God? Let’s look at Psalm 7. In whom do we take refuge, a political party, a military, science, doctors, money, friends or family? What happens when all those things ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Majesty (Psalm 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2026

Do we recognize God's majesty?

Whose name is majestic in all the earth? Why does God love the inhabitants of a tiny planet like ours? Let’s look at Psalm 8. Do even the smallest voices silence the enemy as they praise God’s majesty? O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Justice (Psalm 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2026

Where can we find justice in this world?

Can we really find true justice for the poor and needy in the governments of men, or only in God? Let’s look at Psalm 9. No matter what genre of music is chosen, what is important about the lyrics we sing? I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Triumph (Psalm 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2026

Will good triumph over evil?

While we suffer under political, commercial and criminal corruption can we patiently wait for God’s eventual triumph over all evil? Let’s look at Psalm 10. Does God sometimes seem to hide when the wicked trap people with their schemes? Why do you stand far away, Lord? Why do you hide in times of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Test (Psalm 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 9, 2026

Will we pass God's test?

In a dangerous world, do we take refuge in God? Are we targeted by criminals? As society gets more dangerous, are prayer and trust in God our first thoughts? Let’s look at Psalm 11. When danger comes we could head for the hills, but is there a better refuge? I have taken refuge in the Lord. How ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Protection (Psalm 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 9, 2026

Does God protect us?

What will be the end result of a life of lies and deceptive flattery? Will God eventually provide for the poor and needy? Let’s look at Psalm 12. Are the godly vanishing from our society? What is the difference between a sincere encouraging word and deceptive flattery? Help, O Lord, for the godly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Delay (Psalm 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 9, 2026

Is God's delay His perfect timing?

When we cry out to God in distress, do we remember His faithfulness? Let’s look at Psalm 13. Do we sometimes think that God has forgotten us, or is hiding from us? Lord, how long will You forget me? Forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? (Ps 13:1 HCSB) Is David asking a total of four ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Presence (Psalm 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 10, 2026

What standard of conduct does God expect from us?

What kind of integrity does God expect from those who want to live in His presence? Let’s begin in Psalm 15. Under what conditions may we live in the presence of the Lord? Is there a certain standard of conduct that God expects? O Yahweh, who may sojourn in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 1 – The Introduction To These Psalms Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023

We are going to take up a study of The Psalms of Ascent, the Psalms numbered 120 – 134. They are called by various names but they are a wonderful collection of Psalms sung by the pilgrims three times a year as they ascended to Jerusalem in pilgrimage. This is the Introduction.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 1 – THE INTRODUCTION TO THESE PSALMS We are going to embark on a journey with the study of 15 Psalms that are called “The Songs of Degrees” in the AV, but “The Songs of Ascent” in most other versions. These Psalms go together and were sung on a pilgrimage as the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:16, Psalm 9:1-2, Psalm 19:1-2, Hebrews 13:13-14, Hebrews 11:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 17 "My Life Is An Open Book" Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 21, 2003

David’s life is an open book before God. He hides nothing. We sometimes try to hide things from God. We need to try to live our lives as an "open book" before God.

August 17, 2003 Title: Psalm 17 My Life Is An Open Book Text: Psalm 17:1-15 Introduction Things you should never say once without thinking twice: - It’s no trouble at all. - I love dogs. - We have plenty of room. - Call me any time. - Is there anything I can do? - My husband is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Psalm 6: Guilt--No, Mercy--Yes! Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 24, 2003

David cried out to God, overwhelmed by his guilt, and found mercy. So can we.

Sunday Night, May 25, 2003 Title: Psalms for Psummer Psunday Nights "Guilt--No, Mercy--Yes!" Text: Psalm 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Psalms is such a special book of the Bible. A. Charles Haddon Spurgeon wrote: "more and more is the conviction forced upon my heart that every man <and woman> must ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Psalm 150 -Doxology News (Preaching Outline) Series

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 13, 2001

Preaching through the Psalms.

Psalm 150 -Outline Introduction: -Doxology Psalm -News Reporters Psalm 1) What is the Theme of psalm 150? A) Express your praise to God. (a)Praise requires action (b)Praise is God-Centered. 2) Where is God to be praised? A)In His sanctuary B)In His mighty ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Oct 24, 2009

It’s a praise song that David is said to have written when he went to get the Ark of the Covenant from the house of Obed-Edom.

Psalm 24:1-10 “Worship” The 24th Psalm is an interesting Psalm. It’s a praise song that David is said to have written when he went to get the Ark of the Covenant from the house of Obed-Edom. This was an exciting time for David and the Hebrew nation. The Ark had been out of Israel’s possession ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Mother?

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007

A look at motherhood

Mother’s day Message Text: "Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward." (Psalm 127:3) Opening: 1. Several years ago, on April 25, The National Organization of Women march on Washington, D.C. They called pregnancy a disease, a sickness inflicted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3

Denomination: Mennonite