Be of Good Courage!

Psalm 31:1-5

Introduction

The title of the message for tonight is taken right from the last verse of the Psalm, Be of Good Courage. It is easy to be discouraged. With the day and age we live in, we can certainly be discouraged. With the circumstances of life at times, we can be discouraged. That is why the Psalms are suck a blessing to us! David too suffered from discouragement. He certainly had bad days, and days in which he was literally attacked, betrayed, slandered, and run out of his own kingdom (before he was king and even after he was king!

May 17, 2023

Dealing with the Ugly Monster of Sin

Psalm 32:1-11

Introduction

This Psalm opens up with a bold statement that we will consider and look at more at the end of the chapter than we will at the beginning. There are some great statements in the opening that should be considered.

This Psalm primarily deals with sin. This is something that EVERY believer can associate with, because as saved believers, we should NOT enjoy sin, and yet we are not, and will not be sinless until we get to heaven! So it is a topic we are all familiar with!

May 24, 2023

When Deliverance seems delayed

Psalms 33

Introduction

Psalm 33 doesn’t have a title, Hebrew tradition holds that it is a continuation of the previous Psalm. It is worth noting that Psalm 32 ends on the righteous rejoicing, and Psalm 33 picks up on that very same idea. Whether it was intentionally written that way, or the way it was assembled, one thing is for sure, the Lord orchestrated His Word, and He makes NO MISTAKES!

May 31, 2023

God’s Care for the Righteous

Psalm 34:1-3

Introduction

This Psalm was written when David had been driven out of the country. He was forced to the land of the Philistines. Obviously, he was not welcome there, as he had killed their giant, and their hero. To help us get full context of this Psalm, let’s read the account.

1 Samuel 21:10-15

Notice in verse 10, David was fearful. It is a fearful thing to be on the top 10 wanted list of the king… and I’m pretty sure that David was number 1 on that list.

June 07, 2023

The Three Fold Prayer

Psalm 35:1-10

Introduction

A three fold prayer, is not uncommon in Scripture. After all, didn’t Jesus pray in the garden three times? It was Paul who prayed to be delivered of his thorn in the flesh three times. We read in 2 Corinthians 12:7-9

2Cor. 12:7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. 9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

June 14, 2023

Happy in the Service of the King

Psalm 36:1-12

Introduction

This is a great Psalm. Many of the Psalms, exalt God. They are great to look at, and reflect on God’s goodness to us! Truly, it is worth while to do so! Before he gets tot he goodness of God, he contemplates the path of the wicked in verses 1-4. He then

I. Reasonings of the Wicked (1-4)

• David is reasoning within himself. “saith within my heart”

A. Absence of God - No fear of God (1)

1. Many people say there is a God, and yet, live like there is not a God!

B. Arrogance - Thinks highly of himself (2)

Judg. 17:6 In those days there was no king in Israel, but every man did that which was right in his own eyes.

June 21, 2023

Anxiety Relief

Psalm 37:1-8

Introduction

When you get heartburn, you often reach for Tums, or Rolaids, something for relief. When you get a headache, or have pain, you reach for pain relief (Aspirin, Tylenol, Ibuprofen).

Psalm 37, could be labeled, Anxiety Relief! For the Christian, it should relieve the anxiety in your life. Some pain relief medicines, you can take every 4 hours to help relieve the pain... you can read Psalm 37 as often as you need, you cannot overdose on this chapter! All of the side effects are 100% positive, with ZERO bad side effects!

June 28, 2023

Pity Party Psalm

Psalm 38:21-22

Introduction

Last week, we looked at a Psalm to help with Anxiety, this week, we are looking at a Psalm, that will help with the feeling of loneliness, neglect, or perhaps feeling forgotten. No doubt, we all have times when we feel neglected, or forgotten about. We wonder if anyone remembers us. God ultimately designed people for companionship… that is why God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him.” (Gen 2:18).

July 05, 2023

Dealing with Discouragement

Psalm 39:1-2

Introduction

When it rains, it pours is the old saying. Last week, we noticed the Psalmist having a Pity party, lamenting his personal problems. This Psalm Deals with Discouragement. Everyone faces discouragement in their life. It is not something uncommon, and some deal with discouragement more than others.

Discouragement is often the results of unfulfilled expectations. You are expecting something to happen, and when it does not happen, you become sad, sullen, and often discouraged from the results that were not as you expected.

July 19, 2023

Blessings for the Believer

Psalm 40:1-5

Introduction

We can view most Psalms from the eyes or perspective of the writer. Looking at it from the time of the writing. They can be viewed prophetically, looking forward to what they would represent. Remember, when they were written, Jesus Christ had not yet been brought into the world as the Supreme Sacrifice. The Holy Spirit had not yet come to be the Comforter. And much of the Bible had yet to be completely written. However, it is Scripture, therefore it was given by God, who is NOT bound by these limitations! What an incredible book we have, hold, and adhere to!