This Psalm is one of Personal Lament. The first line, "As the deer pants for the water" pictures a deer's great thirst; just like our souls can thirst for help from God. The writer's depression and frustrated complaint are spoken, but his expression of pain turns to faith when he pauses to reflect on this great question, "Why are you cast down my soul? Why are you in turmoil within me?" This Sunday we will look at this Psalm Song to identify some of the causes of spiritual depression as well as what can be the cure.
Part 3 | Singing the Song of Personal Lament
July 10, 2022 • Pastor Marty Scales • Psalm 42
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Part 8 | Singing the Song of Thanksgiving
August 14, 2022 • Pastor Marty Scales • Psalm 138
Psalm 138 is a song of thankfulness and praise. To be thankful, one needs to be thankful "FOR" something. This Psalm tells us what David is thankful for and how he has expressed that gratitude and also hints at where or before whom he has sung his praise to God. We today can follow his model and sing our thanks and praise to him in more places than just our church.
Part 7 | Singing the Song of Supplication
August 7, 2022 • Pastor Travis Marsh • Psalm 86
Jesus challenges us to bring our struggles and cares before him. To ask God to provide for us in all matters. We call this type of prayer "Supplication." Psalm 86 is a psalm of supplication. It guides us in the process of making a request to the Lord with a humble heart. It teaches us how to bring our requests before the Lord and position ourselves for his response. Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series on the Psalms.
Part 6 | Singing the Song of Confidence
July 31, 2022 • Eric Ford • Psalm 91
What do we rely on for confidence? Who do we trust in? Psalm 91 paints a picture of the protective nature of God. His name is a shelter that provides all we need in the face of life’s many dangers and challenges. The psalmist expounds on this sense of security using powerful metaphors and draws out promises for the people of God. At times, we fall prey to disbelief, but this Psalm reminds us of key aspects of truth found in our relationship with Jesus. Join us in worship as we dive into this vivid and inspiring passage.