Psalms

Envy and Escape

Psalm 73
While the book of Proverbs is the classic example of wisdom literature in the Bible, forms of the genre actually appear in other parts, as well. Here, we examine some of these themes in one of the psalms, where the psalmist recounts his struggle with the problem of evil, in the fact that the wicked often prosper in this life. In relating his struggle, the psalmist reveals the ugliness and peril at the heart of envying the wicked, and we are invited to share in his experiences, first of the humbling truth about ourselves, and ultimately of the astonishing grace of God.

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Appoint a Wicked Man Against Him (Part 1)

Psalm 109
How should we respond to evil? This is the first of two sermons that seek to answer that question by looking at Psalm 109. This is one of several psalms that are called imprecatory psalms. An imprecation is a spoken curse or an appeal to deity to bring down judgment upon someone else. How should we understand such portions of Scripture? And is there any application for us?

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He Gives

Psalm 127
A roof over our heads, security, a job, kids…all of these things are common pursuits for American families. They aren’t bad things. In fact, they’re a good and important part of life. This psalm teaches us that God is the source of all good and he gives us good gifts. Why does God give us good things? The answer to this question can be the difference between idolatry and true worship.

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The Shepherd and the Sheep

Psalm 23 & John 10
The 23rd Psalm is one of the best-known scriptures of all time. It has been used by believers for thousands of years for comfort, encouragement, and devotion, and with very good reason. The psalm tells us about ourselves, and, more importantly, about the Lord, and all the more so as we view David’s inspired words from the blessed perspective of living this side of the coming and work of the Good Shepherd Himself.

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My Soul Will Be Satisfied

Psalm 63
What do you desire? Often we do not know until we experience trial or loss. In this Psalm we hear from David who had just suffered the loss of his throne. After being chased from Jerusalem by his own son, he poured out his own heart’s desire in a psalm, saying, “O God…my soul thirsts for you.”

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Bless the Lord, O My Soul!

Psalm 103
What causes you to sing? What brings you joy and delight? In this psalm we’ll see how David rejoiced in who God is and what he had done. If we truly understand the love of God, then we cannot help but sing his praises. Furthermore, if we truly understand God’s love, then we cannot help but love his children.

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