Sermons on Selah:

How To Deal With A Disaster: A Biblical Response To Tragedy

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

In the wake of the terrorist attacks, how should Christians respond and what does the Bible say about tragedy?

This has been a week that our church and our country will never forget. We had Roger Peterson’s funeral here on Tuesday, the same day that our world was rocked by reports of terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, D.C. Preaching involves at least two responsibilities. The first is to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Our Refuge

Contributed by James May on Jun 22, 2008

When the world is falling apart, and God’s judgments begin to fall, God is our refuge, our very present help in time of need. Whom, or what, shall we fear?

God is Our Refuge Psalms 46 By Pastor Jim May This 46th Psalm is a song of encouragement and a song of praise unto the Lord for his ever present help to Israel in her times of distress. After the messages last Sunday morning, and the one this morning, I felt that it would be good to hear some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Decisive Acts Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 6, 2009

Habakkuk could face an uncertain future in submissive confidence in God because in the midst of past difficulties & judgments God had brought about deliverance for His people. He trusted God would use whatever the future judgment held to bring about salva

Habakkuk 3:8-15 GOD’S DECISIVE ACTS Habakkuk’s attention is now drawn from the awesome appearance of God to a description of God’s acts on earth. God’s mighty acts and judgments of the past brought about salvation or deliverance for His people. Habakkuk drew from these well springs the faith ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Peace And Tranquility In The Midst Of Storms

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 5, 2010

THIS SERMON TEACHES THE SECRETS OF LIVING WITH PEACE AND TRANQUILITY IN THE MIDST OF STORMS AND IS SOLIDLY BASED ON THE SCRIPTURES

LIVING WITH PEACE AND TRANQUILITY IN THE MIDST OF STORMS ************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. BEING STILL KNOWING THAT GOD IS WITH US 2. FACING LIFE WITH PEACE OF MIND 3. THE STRENGTH OF QUIETNESS AND TRUST 4. THE PLAN OF GOD CANNOT BE THWARTED 5. LIVING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Time Of Trouble

Contributed by Paul Etterling on May 10, 2001

An word of encouragement to remember who the Lord is in the time of trouble.

1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is A Refuge Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Nov 30, 2004

God is a refuge in times of trouble

God is a Refuge Psalm 46 Blood Avengers Joshua 20:2-3 - “Tell the Israelites to designate the cities of refuge, as I instructed you through Moses, 3 so that anyone who kills a person accidentally and unintentionally may flee there and find protection from the avenger of blood. Sometimes You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Guilty Fleeing From The Guilty

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 3, 2013

Sometimes the greatest advice anyone can give you is to tell you to flee. Flee, from wrong advice, wrong communication, wrong associations- flee! Psalm 3:1NLT O Lord, I have so many enemies; so many are against me. Today we are giving study to Psalm 3 t

The Guilty Fleeing From the Guilty Psalm 3:1-8NKJ Lord, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. 2 Many are they who say of me,“There is no help for him in God.” Selah 3 But You, O Lord, are a shield for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Intricate Facets Of Hope

Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2025

Hope is defined as a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen.

Emily Dickinson, an American poet once remarked: “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul - and sings the tune without the words - and never stops at all." Isaiah 40:31 reminds us: “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 12:12, 1 Peter 1:3

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

An Antidote To Fear

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

An Antidote To Fear

Psalm 46 An Antidote To Fear God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. The Scenario • personal troubles (v 1) • natural disasters (vs 2-3) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Beware Of The Dog Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

Beware of the Dog

Psalm 59 Beware of the Dog 1. David's Prayer - 1-5 i. A Prayer for Deliverence - ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

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

Deliver Me (Psalm 59)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 30, 2026

Will God deliver us?

In the midst of overwhelming danger, do we have faith that God will deliver us? Let’s look at Psalm 59. For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A poem by David, when Saul sent, and they watched the house to kill him. (WEB) In a dangerous world, do we need delivery from those who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Keep Me Safe (Psalm 88)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 17, 2026

Safe

Is despair the end or is there hope in God beyond our darkest moments? Let’s look at Psalm 88. A Song. A Psalm by the sons of Korah. For the Chief Musician. To the tune of “The Suffering of Affliction.” A contemplation by Heman, the Ezrahite. (WEB) Where is ultimate safety in this dangerous world ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sing Forth His Glory.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 3, 2022

The exodus of the children of Israel is a testimony to the works of the Lord, and points forward to our redemption in Christ.

SING FORTH HIS GLORY. Psalm 66:1-9. The superscription to this Psalm is addressed, “To the chief musician. A Song or Psalm.” Whether sung or spoken, it is a call to all nations to “Make a joyful noise” to God (Psalm 66:1). Which God? Well, compare Psalm 100:1, where YHWH, ‘the LORD’ is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational