Sermons on Psalms 40:1:

Singin' The Blues Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2021

Even the emotion of sadness is given to us by God for our good. But what should we do when sadness turns into despondency and depression? These three biblical examples show us what to do.

A. I came across this humorous list of truths children learn – let me share a few with you. 1. Truth #1: No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. 2. Truth #2: You can’t trust dogs to watch your food. 3. Truth #3: You can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk. 4. Truth #4: The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4, Psalm 73:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Singing A New Song Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 7, 2022

David speaks of singing a "New Song." What does that mean, and what difference can singing songs about Jesus make in our lives?

OPEN with song: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjF_xGUS6X8 gives example of melody) “Sing unto the Lord a new song, sing unto the Lord all the earth (repeat); For God is great and greatly to be praised (repeat). OPEN: Years ago, I was at a Christian camp, where the Dean of that week challenged ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit Of Patience Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 18, 2021

Galatians 5:22 mentions endurance as one of the slices/ traces/graces of the fruit of the Spirit of God. I want to leave with you three things related to longsuffering. Patience is a valuable character quality.

Theme: Fruit of Patience Text: Psalm 40:1-13 Greetings & Introduction: The Lord is good; his love endures forever. I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. We will meditate from Psalm 40, about the fruit of patience. Galatians 5:22 mentions endurance as one of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Rescued, Redeemed And Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 29, 2021

David's rescue in Psalm 40 leads to rejoicing and in trusting in the God of wonders

Summer in the Psalms Psalm 40:1-10 Rescued and Redeemed (Part 1) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 8-29-2021 Baby Jessica On October 14, 1987, a little girl fell into a well in her aunt’s backyard in Midland, Texas. Do you remember her name? Her name was Jessica McClure, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Told To Wait For God?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 11, 2023

Waiting for something to happen is hard to do. But there is a purpose for waiting. Can Christians learn to wait without having a negative attitude?

Have you actually taken the time to notice how many fast-paced things are in our society now? You can stroll through any grocery store or convenient store and see all the ‘instant’ items that are for sale. There is instant coffee, instant tea, soup, grits, oatmeal, potatoes, milk, instant internet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

2nd Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022

JANUARY 15th, 2023.

Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42. A). A LIGHT FOR THE NATIONS. Isaiah 49:1-7 - Second Servant Song. 1. The universality of His mission (Isaiah 49:1). The Servant’s appeal to the islands (or coastlands) and “far off people” ultimately embraces the whole world ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pit Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

THE PIT

Psalm 40:1-10 THE PIT I. The Rescue by God (1-3); i. The Grievous Condition - 2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. A. The Grief of Sin - He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, B. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Sermon # 20 - God Will Make A Way Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 16, 2025

The Israelites were hemmed in from behind and before, and in such a critical situation they looked up to the Lord who intervened to bring a mighty deliverance. No matter what our fears or anxieties, let’s look up to Jesus who died to save us and lives to deliver us from all our fears.

We read in Exodus 14:10, “When the Israelites saw the king and his army marching against them, they were terrified and cried out to the LORD for help.” (GNB) In this incidence, we see that multitudes of Israelites who were fleeing from Egypt were filled with dread, and they had every reason to do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-14, Psalm 123:1-2, Genesis 15:5, Mark 9:23, Psalm 40:1, Hebrews 2:15, John 11:25, Philippians 1:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A New Song

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Dec 7, 2023

God is interested in giving you a new song. If you continue waiting on Him, you will soon sing and dance. The thought of God toward you is of peace ... to bring you to an expected end.

New: “not existing before; made, introduced, or discovered recently or now for the first time.” (Google.com) Song: “a short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung.” (Google.com) New Song: A set of words, set to music, that God puts in our mouths – that were not in existence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:12-20, Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rescued And Redeeemed Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 3, 2024

David cries out for deliverance and expresses gratitude that God has rescued and redeemed him.

Summer in the Psalms 2024 Psalm 40 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 09-01-2024 Baby Jessica On October 14, 1987, a little girl fell into a well in her aunt’s backyard in Midland, Texas. Do you remember her name? Her name was Jessica McClure, but she became nationwide as “Baby ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A New And Better Sacrifice

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 25, 2024

The offering of animals are no longer needed

A New and Better Sacrifice Psalm 40:1-8 Good morning, Please open your Bibles to two places, first turn to Luke 16 and then turn to Psalm 40 as we continue surveying that book. “Business Insider” had an article about things that are now obsolete, but I don’t know if I agree with their entire list. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-8, Hebrews 10:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon - Rejection Is Not Your Final Destination

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 5, 2024

While rejection is painful, its purpose is planned. God often uses man's rejection to redirect his people back into His will for their lives.

Subject: Rejection Is Not Your Final Destination Text: Judges 11:1-11 “Now Jephthah of Gilead was a great warrior. He was the son of Gilead, but his mother was a prostitute. Gilead’s wife also had several sons, and when these half-brothers grew up, they chased Jephthah off the land. “You will not ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-11, Psalm 75:6-7, Proverbs 4:5-6, Psalm 40:1-3, Isaiah 53:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon: The Advent Candle Of Joy – Something To Shout About!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 12, 2024

Today leads to the candle of Joy! Biblical joy is more than a happy feeling. It's a lasting emotion that comes from choosing to trust that God will fulfill his promises.“I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.”

Sermon: The Advent Candle of Joy – Something To Shout About! Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11 “Shout and cheer, Daughter Zion! Raise your voice, Daughter Jerusalem! Your king is coming! a good king who makes all things right, a humble king riding a donkey, a mere colt of a donkey. I’ve had it with ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11, Luke 2:10, Psalm 16:11, John 16:33, Psalm 40:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Bereaved Christmas Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 1, 2025

Let's talk about good grief- 3 parts of good grief (Material adapted from Harold Keck at Seymour Heights Christian Church with his permission)

HoHum: Things will be different without my grandmother- another empty chair WBTU: Kyle David Matthews wrote a song and the Oak Ridge Boys recorded it in the early 2000’s. It’s called Inconvenient Christmas. This is more of a story than a song but here is the first part: Among the bills that ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:31-33, Psalm 130:5, Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From The Pit To Praise: Embracing God's Faithfulness

Contributed by Evangelist Thompson Seley on Jul 28, 2023

Life often throws us into pits of despair, but God is always there to lift us up and set our feet upon a rock. Exploring the powerful message of hope and deliverance offered by Psalm 40. Let us dive into this psalm of praise and discover the promises it holds for each one of us.

Title: "From the Pit to Praise: Embracing God's Faithfulness" Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today we gather in the presence of our loving God to be inspired and reminded of His unwavering faithfulness. Life often throws us into pits of despair, but God is always there to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11, Isaiah 43:2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 9:10, Psalm 40:1-8  (view more)  (view less)