Sermons on Psalms Of Orientation:

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

I Will Sing (Psalm 89)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 18, 2026

Do we sing and praise God?

In the midst of divine punishment for our sins, do we still praise God for His mercy? Let’s look at Psalm 89. A contemplation by Ethan, the Ezrahite. (WEB) Do we sing self-centered songs or songs about God? I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks (Psalm 92)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 20, 2026

Do we give God thanks?

Rather than give thanks to the God that ubiquitous evidence proves exists, do atheists prefer to pursue simplistic and foolish excuses? Let’s look at Psalm 92. A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. (WEB) Do we give thanks, sing praises, declare God’s lovingkindness and faithfulness in our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Reigns (Psalm 93)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 20, 2026

How powerful is God?

Does God reign from eternity past? Do we trust His testimonies as faithful? Let’s look at Psalm 93. Does God need to win any battles to take His place in the universe, or does He just reign? Will there always be an earth, even though it will some day be made new for eternity? The Lord reigns; he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Shout Triumphantly (Psalm 95)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 23, 2026

Do we shout in faithful triumph or doubt God?

Do we question God like Israel in the wilderness? Let’s look at Psalm 95. Is it appropriate to shout and sing in church or are we more conservative than that? Come, let us shout joyfully to the Lord, shout triumphantly to the rock of our salvation! Let us enter His presence with thanksgiving; let ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A New Song (Psalm 96)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 23, 2026

The Gospel does not change, but does the music genre we sing?

Is singing a new song appropriate for a generational change in the Gospel message? Let’s begin in Psalm 96. Do we get uncomfortable at church with new songs? Does God encourage a new song? Oh, sing to the Lord a new song! Sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, bless His name; Proclaim ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Reigns (Psalm 97)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 23, 2026

Does design prove a designer?

Is the existence of God self-evident in the design of nature, its complex functionality, the obvious foresight and order? Let’s review Psalm 97. Does God reign or is the earth a total accident, no planning, no DNA coded, no ecosystem, no design? When Jesus returns and God rules the earth will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Exalt Yahweh (Psalm 99)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 24, 2026

What is the purpose of exalting God?

Does God need our flattery, or is praise to God simply a statement of reality that aligns us to Him and benefits us more than God? Let’s look at Psalm 99. No matter what happens here on earth, who reigns and is exalted above all? The Lord reigns! Let the peoples tremble. He is enthroned above the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Joyful Shout (Psalm 100)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 26, 2026

Will there be joyful shouts in the assembly of the saints?

Are we to become one joyful new nation in Christ Jesus? Let’s begin in Psalm 100. A Psalm of thanksgiving. (WEB) Once more are we reminded that it’s acceptable to shout to the Lord? Would we ever think to sing as we enter our churches each week, even if just in our minds? Make a joyful shout to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bless The Lord (Psalm 103)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 27, 2026

Are we gracious like God?

Are we the kind of people that give a church a bad name, judgmental gossips, or are we filled with compassion and kindness towards those who love the Lord and fear him? Let’s look at Psalm 103. A Psalm of David. (WEB) Do we bless, congratulate, or kneel down to praise the Lord? Bless Yahweh, O ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks (Psalm 107)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 3, 2026

How often do we give thanks?

How often do we give thanks to God? Let’s begin in Psalm 107. From what adversary has He ultimately redeemed us, an act returning a lost inheritance, such as Boaz did for Ruth through marriage? Give thanks to Yahweh [the Lord], for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever. Let the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Battle Ready (Psalm 108)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 4, 2026

Are we ready for life's battles?

If we are about to face a great battle, should singing praises to God be our first step? Let’s look at Psalm 108. A Song. A Psalm by David. (WEB) Are we steadfast in singing praises to God among the nations? O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. Awake, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Uncommon Common Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 16, 2002

We are "grace-full" when we are one another-oriented.

MAKING THE UNCOMMON COMMON Matthew 7:12 S: Golden Rule Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: We are “grace-full” when we are one another-oriented. ?: How? How do we do this? How do we follow the Golden Rule? KW: Practices TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, four practices that will aid us in being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

Attitudes For Effective Prayer

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

The underlying attitudes/orientation taught in the Lord’s Prayer are examined.

Attitudes for Effective Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 9-6-09 Our subject this morning is prayer. Do you have questions about prayer? What needs to happen so that our prayers get answered? What do we need to do differently? What are we doing right? What is the right way to pray? Let’s begin exploring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Is The Lord Your Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Mar 10, 2005

In the 23rd Psalm we see David reflecting upon his life from the Green Pastures of his youth to the valley of the shadow of death(which was not far off). He notes one common theme namely that the Lord was his shepherd, today can we say the same thing?

Is The Lord My Shepherd? Psalm 23 ORIENTATION: • Have you ever taken a moment to reflect upon your life? • To simply stop what you are doing, be quite and reflect? • For some of us maybe this is too difficult (the hurts to great, and pain to unbearable) for others impossible (especially if ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox