What do Oreo cookies have to do with understanding God? If you’ve wrestled with God’s actions—or struggled to believe He can truly forgive your past—this sermon is for you. We’ll examine Psalm 103:6–14 layer by layer, like an Oreo, exploring the difference between God’s ways and His acts. You’ll see that He is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and overflowing with steadfast love. Everything…
What are you truly in awe of? Is it the creation or the Creator? In this sermon from Psalm 103:1–5, we remember why our souls are called to bless the Lord. God is worthy of our praise not only for who He is, but for all He has done: He forgives our sin, brings healing to our souls, redeems us from the pit, crowns us with steadfast love and mercy, and satisfies us with what truly lasts. If you’ve…
Where do you turn when life feels overwhelming or uncertain? Can you find joy in God while walking through a wilderness season of anxiety, loneliness, conflict, grief, illness, or a faith that feels dry? In Psalm 63, we find David in exactly that kind of wilderness. He is on the run—hungry, thirsty, hunted, and slandered. Yet he offers no desperate requests. Instead, he is full of joy. How can…
Psalm 63 was written by King David while hiding from King Saul in the harsh desert of Judah, and it remains one of the most powerful expressions of longing for God in all of Scripture. David did not simply know about God. He knew Him personally, calling Him 'my God' and seeking Him earnestly, not casually or out of obligation. Even with cracked lips and an army outside waiting to kill him, David…
Psalm 16 is one of the most powerful and comforting passages in all of Scripture. Written by David during a time of genuine danger and uncertainty, it is a prayer overflowing with peace, joy, and an unshakable trust in God. If you have ever wondered how to find real peace in the middle of suffering, or how to experience joy that does not depend on your circumstances, Psalm 16 speaks directly to…
Have you ever wondered if God has forgotten you? King David — the man after God's own heart — asked God that exact question. Hiding in caves, running for his life, he cried out, "How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever?" If you've ever felt like your prayers were hitting the ceiling, this one's for you. In this message from Psalm 13, guest speaker Robert McRae walks through the three…
If your faith were a tree, would its roots be drinking deep or drying out? In Psalm 1:3-6, God compares His people to a tree planted by streams of water, but what does that really mean? We often think growing closer to God is about trying harder, but the Bible uses a fascinating horticultural picture of being grafted into Christ, the true Tree of Life. Learn what it means to be united with Christ,…
Which "Good Life" Are You Chasing? What if everything our culture tells us about "the good life" is pointing us in the wrong direction? We spend our lives chasing success, comfort, relationships, experiences, and possessions, hoping they'll finally satisfy us. But Psalm 1 presents a surprising alternative: there are only two paths in life—and only one leads to lasting joy. This week we begin a…
If you got paid by the hour to act like Jesus, would you be able to make a living? It's an uncomfortable question, but it gets right to the heart of Paul's challenging call in Colossians 3:17: “Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” This final message from our Get Ready With Me series challenges us to move beyond showing up on Sundays and step into a…
Why does God command His people to sing? Music has a way of sticking with us. We can forget a conversation, a sermon, or a lesson—but a song can stay in our minds for decades. That’s not an accident. In this message from our Get Ready With Me series, we explore Colossians 3:16 and discover why God calls His people to be a singing people. Whether you love to sing at the top of your lungs or quietly…