Sermons on Psalms
Clean Lips and a Clean Heart
In Psalm 19:1–14, David reflects on the glory of God’s knowledge and wisdom, creation, and the Law. In verse 14, we find our 2026 motto text, as David seeks to reflect the perfection of God’s wisdom and knowledge. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the knowledge and wisdom of God revealed in creation and in the Law and David’s prayer for innocence and purity. “Let the…
What to Do When You Have Sinned
In Psalm 51, David turns to the Lord pleading for forgiveness following his sin with Bathsheba, describing the greatest need for Christians today. Mr. Paul Tamras preaches the cry to God, the problem, the desire, and the result. “Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions.”
The Lost Art of Stirring up Our Soul in Thanksgiving
In Psalm 104:1-35, the Psalmist stirs up his heart with joy as he blesses the Lord in thanksgiving for how He made and governs all things. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches stirring up awe over God’s splendor and majesty, stirring up thanksgiving over God’s acts of creation, stirring up…
Blessing the LORD
In Psalm 103:1-22, the psalmist David expresses his thanksgiving for the Lord’s many blessings. Mr. Martijn Heijboer preaches bless the LORD for His personal benefits, His righteousness and justice, His mercy and grace, His fatherly compassion, His steadfast love, and His universal greatness. “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!…
Worshiping the Holy God
In Psalm 99:1-9, the author calls us to turn from idols to worship the one true God, the holy King. Mr. Isaac Bronkema preaches that God is holy in His kingship, holy in His righteousness, and holy in His Covenant.
“Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at his holy mountain; for the Lord our God is holy!”
Psalms: Book 5
With Psalm 107:43, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Five of the Psalms contains Psalms 107-150, with Psalms of Restoration in which the people celebrate God’s salvation, anticipating Yahweh will set His people free. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the Lord’s steadfast love will save His people, let us be faithful to Him, and let…
Psalms: Book 4
With Psalm 92:1-2, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Four of the Psalms contains Psalms 90-106, beginning with a prayer of Moses asking when the Lord will pity His people, followed by psalms exulting the greatness of God’s justice, majesty, and creation. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches it is good to praise the Most High, examples…
Psalms: Book 3
With Psalm 89:46-52, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Three of the Psalms contains Psalms 73-89, focused primarily on the time after David and the fall of the kingdom. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the plea to restore Israel, Israel rebelled and has fallen, but Yahweh will be merciful in the end!
“Lord, where is your steadfast…
Psalms: Book 2
With Psalm 46:1-7, we continue our survey of Bible books and the Wisdom Literature. Book Two of the Psalms contains Psalms 42-72, primarily expressing David’s public prayers during the time of Samuel and Kings. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches praying through communal and personal blessings, sins, and sufferings; the righteous will suffer affliction, but God will…
Give Thanks, for His Steadfast Love Endures Forever
In Psalm 136:1-26, we read a list of reasons we are called to show gratitude to a loving God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches give thanks to God for His love in creation, for His love in salvation, and for His love in protection.
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast…