Sermons on Psalms

Sermons on Psalms

A Contrite Confession: Psalm 51 | Cole Smith

Psalm 51 is a prayer of repentance, written by King David after his sin with Bathsheba and the murder of her husband, Uriah. David confesses his sin, acknowledges his guilt, and asks for God’s mercy and cleansing. He expresses remorse, seeks a renewed spirit, and desires to experience joy and fellowship with God again. The psalm emphasizes God’s desire for a broken and contrite heart over sacrifices and burnt offerings.

Our Great Shepherd: Psalm 23 | Rob Lee

In Psalm 23, David presents God as a good shepherd who leads His people to places of safety and peace. He guides His sheep through the valley of the shadow of death and sets them at a table of abundant blessings.

Flourishing or Fading? Psalm 92 | Brent Smith

Psalm 92 serves as a reflection on the nature of God’s goodness and eternal faithfulness, emphasizing the importance of continual praise and worship. It presents a contrast between the flourishing of the righteous and the ultimate downfall of the wicked, illustrating the assurance found in living a life rooted in God’s love and righteousness.

Dwelling in the House of the Lord: Psalm 84 | Jeff Thompson

Psalm 84 is a song about the joy and blessedness of being in God’s presence, specifically within the Temple in Jerusalem. It expresses a deep longing for that presence, even describing a journey through hardship as preferable to being far from God. The psalm emphasizes God as a source of strength, protection, and joy for those who seek Him.