Sermons on Psalms 40:1-3:

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)

How Do I Live - Life?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 28, 2023

What is the purpose of humanity? Why are we here on this earth? How are we to live - Life?

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; Genesis 1:26-31 Theme: How Do I Live – LIFE? What is the best way for me to live my life? INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Let’s start off this morning with some very important questions – What is the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28, Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 40:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Mental Health In The Psalms: 40 Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 12, 2023

We look to the Word of God for guidance as to new patterns of thoughts to adopt and allow God to transform us by renewing of our minds in the midst of dealing with mental illness.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PSALMS: 40 PSALM 40:1-17 #mentalhealth INTRODUCTION 1 … POOR BISHOP HOOPER PSALM 40 (EVERY PSALM) youtube.com/watch?v=lmFwV00q6RQ [5:07] INTRODUCTION AND NEED FOR METAL HEALTH EMPHASIS… who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-strengthening-our-response The World ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Shout For Joy, Zion’s King Is Coming! Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 12, 2023

Luke 2:10 repeats the prophesy of Zechariah 9 which calls our attention to our great redeemer who brings salvation and unspeakable joy to all who receive Him. He comes with great humility, bringing great joy to all his saints.

Sermon: Shout for Joy, Zion’s King is Coming! Scripture: Zechariah 9:9 -11 “Rejoice, O people of Zion! Shout in triumph, O people of Jerusalem! Look, your king is coming to you. He is righteous and victorious, yet he is humble, riding on a donkey, riding on a donkey’s colt. I will remove the battle ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11, Luke 2:10, John 16:33, Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

A Faith-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 5, 2023

In today's message we’ll be looking at a faith-filled heart. Augustine said, “Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” In keeping with this description, we’ll be looking at these 3 main qualities of a believing, patient, and child-like heart.

A Christian’s Heart “A Faith-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pj1OVSfxnVw Today, in our series on the qualities of a Christian’s heart, we’re going to looking at a faith-filled heart, or a heart that is filled with faith. However, if a faith-filled heart ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, Hebrews 11:8-12, Romans 4:18, Romans 4:3, Psalm 40:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Sign: Slippery Slopes: Unthankfulness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 30, 2019

We are studying the signs of the Second Coming of Jesus. This lesson deals with un-thankful attitudes as an acceptable norm?

SIGN: SLIPPERY SLOPES OF MIRY CLAY? (NEGATIVISM, UN-THANKFULNESS?) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com LET US START BY ASKING A QUESTION: WITH WHAT ARE YOU IN LOVE? WHY IS PATIENCE SO HARD? THE MORE YOU LOVE, THE MORE THANKFUL YOU ARE, THE MORE JOY, THE MORE PATIENCE YOU WILL ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:5, 2 Timothy 3:1-2, Psalm 40:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2nd Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 20, 2022

JANUARY 18th, 2026.

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

"when Your Prayer Becomes A Cry."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 10, 2024

When your prayers go unanswered, you are expected to feel discouraged and want to give up. However, it is essential to remember that God hears every one of your cries. Therefore, trust that your prayers are being heard and answered in God's own time and in a way that benefits you.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 40:1-3) [1] "I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry." [2] "He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3, Psalm 34:15, Psalm 34:17-18, Psalm 18:6-10, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gloom, Despair, And Agony On Me

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

What gloom, despair, and agony can cost you.

Gloom, Despair, And Agony, On Me By: C. Mason Davis A doctor comes in and asks his patient, "where does it hurt?" The Man says, "everywhere, absolutely everywhere, I'm at my wits end, whenever I touch any part of my body it hurts a lot!" The doctor asks the man to point ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1

From Stuck To Unstoppable Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

Being stuck could mean spiritual dryness, emotional weariness, financial hardship, or even repeated failure. But no matter where you are, God has the power to lift you out of the pit and place your feet on solid ground.

FROM STUCK TO UNSTOPPABLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19, Philippians 3:13-14, Micah 7:8, Romans 8:37, 2 Corinthians 2:14 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of transitions—seasons when we feel trapped or stagnant, and others where progress is swift. But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Rescues From The Pit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Our God is not a passive observer of our pain; He is an active deliverer. He steps into the darkness and pulls us out with His mighty hand. The pits of life are not permanent residences for the children of God—they are only stages for divine intervention and transformation.

THE GOD WHO RESCUES FROM THE PIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 40:1-3 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 38:6-13; Daniel 6:16-23; Genesis 37:18-28; Lamentations 3:53-57; Psalm 103:4 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes feel like a pit—a place of darkness, helplessness, and isolation. Pits can be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Greatest Mission On Earth

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2025

Take heart from the Scriptures today and know that as we break and share the Bread of Life and take and drink the Cup of Blessing, we are surrounded by each other and a huge throng of witnesses, thousands of years old.

Twentieth Sunday in Course 2025 Cisterns, which date back thousands of years, are holes in the ground meant to collect and store water. Often they are lined on the sides with rocks to slow down leakage into the surrounding soil. At our house we have no cisterns, but we do have rain barrels that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53, Hebrews 12:1-4, Psalm 40:2-4, Jeremiah 38:4-10, Psalm 40:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

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