Sermons from April 2023
“A Song for the Sick” – Psalm 38
Main thoughts: We do not know the exact occasion of this Psalm of David, but we know that it was written when he was facing some type of sickness. He sings this song as part of a memorial offering; he wants God to remember him in his suffering. (1-8) Sickness and sinDavid is seriously ill. It would appear that he has some sort of open sores (v. 5), severe pain in his stomach or groin that made it difficult for him…
“Patiently Wait on the Lord” – Psalm 37:26-40
Main thoughts: As David continues discussing the prosperity of the wicked versus the suffering of the righteous, we now come to his conclusion. (27-33) Keep walking in righteousnessWhen we see the wicked prospering, it can be difficult to find the motivation to continue to do what is right. David encourages us to keep doing what is right. God loves justice and will not abandon us. We must continue to boldly proclaim what is right. As we proclaim God’s law and…
“Contrasting the Righteous and the Wicked” – Psalm 37:12-26
Main thoughts: David continues discussing how God’s people should respond to the wicked prospering and the righteous suffering. (12-15) The problem of persecutionIt often appears that the wicked are triumphing over the righteous. All the plots and schemes seem to be successful while the righteous suffer. However, David shows us a different perspective. First, God is watching over all things. He laughs at the plans of the wicked. God will not allow them to succeed. Secondly, David shows us the perspective…
“The Linchpin of Christianity” – 1 Corinthians 15:3-8
Our apologies – No video is available. Main thoughts: As we look at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, Paul writes to the Corinthians about how important the Resurrection is to Christianity. Without it, there is no Christian faith. He recites an early creed of Christianity which lays out for us the whole message of Christ. The Most Important MessagePaul begins by telling us that this message is the most important message there is. It was not just a message that he…
“Trust God, Do Good” – Psalm 37:1-11
Main thoughts: As an old man, David now looks back on his life and writes a song dealing with one of the oldest questions mankind has, “Why do the wicked prosper and the righteous suffer?” The psalm urges Christians to trust God and not fret. It follows the Hebrew alphabet to help those who sing it to remember the contents of the song. (1-2) Do not worry about evil peopleDavid begins by encouraging the people of God to not worry about…