Podcasts about scripture psalm

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 91:11 “For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” REFLECTION- SarahMUSIC- Embers by Max Richter- Message to Bears - Running Through WoodlandNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

God, meet me in the waiting with your presence. Scripture: Psalm 90:13-14  Read two chapters of The Spirit-Led Heart, a book that helps simplify the promise ofthe Holy Spirit here absolutely free. 

Mighty God, rescue me from the mud and pull me from the deep waters. Scripture:Psalm 69:14 Resource: Come With Me: Discovering the Beauty of Following Where He Leads (RevisedVersion, 20024) by Suzanne Eller 

In How to Lament, we walk through Psalm 22 and learn a biblical pattern for bringing pain to God. This message shows that lament is not unbelief, but honest faith that turns to God quickly, complains honestly, asks boldly, and ultimately trusts God's victory. Starting with the cry, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”, this sermon explores how Scripture gives language for grief, abandonment, and suffering without hiding the pain. Psalm 22 shows us that even in anguish, we can keep speaking to God, remember who He is, and ask Him to act with confidence and hope. This episode traces four practical movements of lament: turn to God quickly, complain honestly, ask boldly, and trust God's victory. If you are walking through sorrow, confusion, spiritual dryness, or deep distress, this message offers a biblical way to pray through pain without losing hope. Scripture: Psalm 22:1–2, 6–7, 16–17, 11, 19–21, 21–22, 27.

Sooner or later, everybody ends up in a bond — a situation with no good options and no clear path forward. Between a rock and a hard place. In week 2 of Rock and Soul, we sit with King David in Psalm 61, a song he wrote while fleeing the rebellion of his own son, crying out to God "from the ends of the earth." But David doesn't just pour out his pain — he hands us a map out of it: "Lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Here's the good news: if you're between a rock and a hard place, you're already halfway to where you need to be. You just have to move from between to the Rock. And here's the twist — the toughest thing you can do isn't gritting it out on your own. It's being soft enough to admit there's Someone stronger, and to run to Him. Because the hard places, when we take them to the Rock, have a way of becoming sacred spaces — anchor points for your soul where you look back and say, "Look at what God did." Whatever bond you're in — financial, relational, physical, emotional — go to the Rock. His ways are higher, His rest is real, and He is present in every situation you'll ever face. Scripture: Psalm 61:1-4; 1 Peter 5:6-7; Matthew 11:28-30 ▶ Subscribe and follow Motion Church for weekly messages: motionchurch.com #MotionChurch #RockAndSoul #Sermon #Psalm61 #Faith #Jesus #Hope #Church

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 71:5-6  "For you, O Lord, are my hope, my trust, O LORD, from my youth. Upon you I have leaned from before my birth; you are he who took me from my mother's womb. My praise is continually of you." REFLECTION- Mary EllynMUSIC- "In Search of Love" by The Mountain- "Be Not Afraid" by The O'Neill Brothers Group- "Ode to Joy" by The O'Neill Brothers GroupNOTES- Converting Fear Into Faith in God by Mary EllynPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Anthony Serino had over a million followers, celebrity clients, financial success, and a thriving career built around hypnosis, manifestation, and New Age practices. Then something happened that challenged everything he thought he understood... -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everyday-miracles-julie-hedenborg/1146173449?ean=9798881501808 Subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast1395 Website for Everyday Miracles (APPLY!): http://everydaymiraclespodcast.com/ To follow Everyday Miracles Podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-miracles-podcast/id1447430033 On Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaymiraclespodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast X: https://x.com/miracles9598 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hedenborg-452028a7/ To email Julie directly: everydaymiraclespodcast@gmail.com -- Scripture ✝️: Psalm 127:1a  "Unless the LORD builds the house, the builders labor in vain." Matthew 10:8b "Freely you have received; freely give." Romans 8:11 "And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you."

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 118:24"This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!"REFLECTION- CherylMUSIC- This is the Day by Psalms By Chris- This is the Day by Hymns for Easter (Emmaus Music)NOTES- PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 30:1–5 Sometimes the hardest part of a painful season isn't simply surviving it—it's discovering that joy still feels far away even after the worst has passed. In Psalm 30, David makes room for both realities: the night is real, and it doesn't get the final word. Today, we'll explore why joy can feel risky after grief or disappointment and how to begin receiving goodness again without denying what still hurts. You'll learn: *Why Psalm 30 doesn't minimize grief or rush you toward happiness *Why prolonged hardship can make joy harder to receive *How joy and grief can exist together *Why some parts of you may feel safer expecting disappointment *A gentle practice for noticing one small sign of “morning” today Go Deeper: Share this episode with someone who needs to hear that sorrow is real, but it isn't the end of the story. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 119:11"I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you." REFLECTION- MikeMUSIC- Prayer of St. FrancisMy Soul is at RestNOTES- PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

The Cost of Unity | Psalms for a Fractured World We live in an age of fragmentation. Politics, culture, preferences, and opinions constantly sort us into opposing camps. But the church is called to be different—a place where people who might never have chosen one another learn to love one another because of Jesus. In Psalm 133, David describes unity with two surprising images: holy oil and refreshing dew. Unity is sacred. Unity gives life. And unity offers a divided and exhausted world a glimpse of something better—the Kingdom of God. But unity comes with a price. It requires forgiveness, patience, listening, humility, difficult conversations, and sometimes giving up the deeply satisfying pleasure of saying exactly what we're thinking! Jesus didn't give us ten easy steps to unity. He gave us a Cross. When a divided world sees a united church, it catches a glimpse of the Kingdom of God. Scripture: Psalm 133:1–3 Series: Psalms for a Fractured World Message: The Cost of Unity Speaker: Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., Preaching MinisterSubscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

The Cost of Unity | Psalms for a Fractured World We live in an age of fragmentation. Politics, culture, preferences, and opinions constantly sort us into opposing camps. But the church is called to be different—a place where people who might never have chosen one another learn to love one another because of Jesus. In Psalm 133, David describes unity with two surprising images: holy oil and refreshing dew. Unity is sacred. Unity gives life. And unity offers a divided and exhausted world a glimpse of something better—the Kingdom of God. But unity comes with a price. It requires forgiveness, patience, listening, humility, difficult conversations, and sometimes giving up the deeply satisfying pleasure of saying exactly what we're thinking! Jesus didn't give us ten easy steps to unity. He gave us a Cross. When a divided world sees a united church, it catches a glimpse of the Kingdom of God. Scripture: Psalm 133:1–3 Series: Psalms for a Fractured World Message: The Cost of Unity Speaker: Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., Preaching MinisterSubscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

The Cost of Unity | Psalms for a Fractured World We live in an age of fragmentation. Politics, culture, preferences, and opinions constantly sort us into opposing camps. But the church is called to be different—a place where people who might never have chosen one another learn to love one another because of Jesus. In Psalm 133, David describes unity with two surprising images: holy oil and refreshing dew. Unity is sacred. Unity gives life. And unity offers a divided and exhausted world a glimpse of something better—the Kingdom of God. But unity comes with a price. It requires forgiveness, patience, listening, humility, difficult conversations, and sometimes giving up the deeply satisfying pleasure of saying exactly what we're thinking! Jesus didn't give us ten easy steps to unity. He gave us a Cross. When a divided world sees a united church, it catches a glimpse of the Kingdom of God. Scripture: Psalm 133:1–3 Series: Psalms for a Fractured World Message: The Cost of Unity Speaker: Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., Preaching MinisterSubscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

The LORD is My Shepherd Luke Sawatsky Message given by Luke Sawatsky on August 9, 2026 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Psalm 23

God, I'm placing my faith in you, not in my circumstances.Scripture: Psalm 138:3 Best of, Summer

Pastor Todd shares Friday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Psalm 51]

Have you ever prayed and wondered why God seems silent? Maybe you're wondering what His voice sound like. Does He speak to everyone the same way? What can make it harder to recognize Him, and how do we distinguish God's voice from our own thoughts? For anyone who has ever whispered, "God, why aren't You speaking to me?" this episode is for you. -- Check out Jenilee's website, podcast and resources to help you: http://jenileesamuel.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/7FC0yHrHm8isY044Y29qZM?si=cc8db07d4d094c37 http://subscribepage.io/HearGodSeries -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everyday-miracles-julie-hedenborg/1146173449?ean=9798881501808 Subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast1395 Website for Everyday Miracles (APPLY!): http://everydaymiraclespodcast.com/ To follow Everyday Miracles Podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-miracles-podcast/id1447430033 On Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydaymiraclespodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everydaymiraclespodcast X: https://x.com/miracles9598 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hedenborg-452028a7/ To email Julie directly: everydaymiraclespodcast@gmail.com -- Scripture ✝️: Psalm 46:10 "Be still and know that I am God." 00:20:58 Isaiah 43:19 "Do you not see it? I'm doing a new thing." 00:35:48 John 10:27 "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me." 00:36:32 Jeremiah 33:3 "Call to Me, and I will answer you and show you great and unsearchable things that you do not know." 00:36:50 Isaiah 30:21 "You will hear a voice behind you saying, 'This is the way. Walk in it.'" 00:37:02 Romans 8:14 "Those who are sons of God are led by the Spirit of God." 00:37:12

Today's Scripture: Psalm 107:4–9 What do you do when your soul feels empty, disoriented, or far from anything that feels like home? Today's Scripture gives language for the part of us that is hungry, thirsty, wandering, and running on empty. This episode helps you stop shaming your depletion, recognize hunger as a signal, and cry out to the God who meets us with direction, belonging, and good things. You'll learn: *Why emptiness and disorientation are not failures *How Scripture names the soul's hunger without shame *Why depletion can make life feel flat or colorless *How crying out can become an attachment move *One honest need you can bring to God and someone safe Go Deeper: Listen to the daily episode on Psalm 37, and pre-order The Secure Soul to learn how to repair inner attachment wounds with God. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scripture: Psalm 126

Rejoice in the LORD's Strength Mark Donaldson Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on August 2, 2026 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Psalm 21

In a city that rarely pauses, we often carry the weight of our schedules, anxieties, and expectations without a break. This week's message from guest speaker Zelda Cheung titled, “Be Still,” invites us to discover what it means to stop striving and remember who God is in the middle of our everyday lives. Drawing from Psalm 46:10, we will look at how God's unshakable presence speaks into our chaos, our decisions, and our deepest fears. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, searching for peace, or simply curious about faith, we invite you to worship with us and explore how God calls us to be still and know Him. If you are new to Community Church, WELCOME! We would love to get to know you. Please fill in the following form and we look forward to connecting with you: https://bit.ly/cc-new-connect You can find all timely and relevant links from this service on https://bit.ly/cc-links You can also find out more about us at https://communitychurch.hk/ ================ This Week's Scripture: // Psalm 46 (NIV) // For the director of music. Of the Sons of Korah. According to alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength,     an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way     and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam     and the mountains quake with their surging. There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,     the holy place where the Most High dwells. God is within her, she will not fall;     God will help her at break of day. Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall;     he lifts his voice, the earth melts. The LORD Almighty is with us;     the God of Jacob is our fortress. Come and see what the LORD has done,     the desolations he has brought on the earth. He makes wars cease     to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear;     he burns the shields with fire. He says, “Be still, and know that I am God;     I will be exalted among the nations,     I will be exalted in the earth.” The LORD Almighty is with us;     the God of Jacob is our fortress.

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 34:9"Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the stalwart one who takes refuge in him."REFLECTION- PeggyMUSIC- Taste and See (Psalm 34) by Sunday 7pm Choir- How Great Thou Art- Taste and See by Peaceful Christian Gospel Music NOTES- PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Dr. David Edgington goes over his 3 most common recommendations for people he counsels. Interview Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Dr. David Edgington 01:22 - The Root Problem: It's Not Just Communication 01:44 - #1: Understanding the Most Pervasive Issue 02:53 - Righteous vs. Sinful Anger (Ephesians 4:26) 04:38 - The 8 Forms of Anger (Galatians 5) 06:29 - Breaking the Cycle of Corrupting Talk 08:50 - The Heart Behind the Words 10:53 - How to Admit and Confront Anger 15:16 - Hope for Change: Success Rates in Counseling 19:05 - #2: The Trap many Christians fall into 22:19 - Finding Contentment (Psalm 131) 26:36 - Learning the Skill of Contentment 30:31 - #3: The Power of this one Tip for Christians 31:18 - How to Meditate on Scripture (Psalm 119) 33:52 - Transformation from the Inside Out 35:13 - Final Words: Open Your Bible Here's the book Dr. Edginton recommended as a way out of Anger problems: https://www.amazon.com/Anger-Escaping-Resources-Changing-Lives/dp/0875526810?crid=3DKTJEHHZQSTK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.WOjmzamyf5HiZB_FxmMjBH0iOz4Wme8AbqU3dsxLeONTjZNG683gMTfp8mkyZEUDUI80ighr_yGChMG32zpBBfqW_nJ3SG99vgYueNEUz1I.MY1d97eTkEv66eXuQczjrGxO8Uz0nLAWAZn1F6TWu7I&dib_tag=se&keywords=anger+escaping+the+maze&qid=1785021149&s=books&sprefix=anger+escaping+the+maz%2Cstripbooks%2C136&sr=1-1 You can get David's book on Christian Meditation here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1983566411?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Thank you for your faithful listening to this ministry! We appreciate your support, such as hitting the like button on Youtube, writing a comment below or clicking subscribe and if you're looking to go the extra mile, please consider writing a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your Podcast service of choice. (Link below so you can navigate quickly, and drop some stars and perhaps a review, thank you!) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grounded-with-steve-hartland/id1645001839 In Christ, -Grounded Team Grounded is a ministry of Cornerstone Community Church in Joppa, Maryland.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 73:21–28 What do you do when pain, bitterness, fear, or loneliness makes it hard to sense that God is near? Today's Scripture gives language for the honest ache of feeling disconnected from God while still being held by him. This episode helps you practice recognizing what is happening inside of you and returning to the love that has never left. You'll learn: *Why feeling far from God is normal *How to recognize what is happening inside without shame *Why “yet I am always with you” is a practice of return *How pain can magnify certain feelings *One small way to return to God when your heart feels weak Go Deeper: Join my live roundtable with Jenna Riemersma and Tammy Sollenberger on July 29 when you pre-order The Secure Soul ⁠ Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remembrance Psalms | Psalm 136Part 8 of The Psalms: A Complete Guide to Honest Prayerwith Tammy MelchienWhat if the key to trusting God today is remembering what He's already done?In this final message from The Psalms: A Complete Guide to Honest Prayer, Tammy Melchien explores Psalm 136 and the Remembrance Psalms. These unique prayers teach us that spiritual maturity isn't always about discovering something new—sometimes it's about faithfully remembering God's unchanging character and His work throughout our lives.Psalm 136 repeatedly declares, "His love endures forever," inviting God's people to rehearse His faithfulness until it moves from their heads to their hearts. In seasons of uncertainty, loss, or fear, remembering becomes an act of faith that anchors us in God's steadfast love.In this episode you'll learn:Why forgetting is part of the human experienceHow remembering God's faithfulness strengthens present-day trustThe rich meaning of the Hebrew word hesed—God's steadfast covenant loveWhy God's people remember together, not alonePractical ways to create your own "Remembrance Psalm"How Communion reminds us that God's love is demonstrated through Jesus ChristWhether you're celebrating God's goodness or walking through a difficult season, this message will encourage you to pause, remember, and discover fresh confidence in the God whose love truly endures forever.Scripture: Psalm 136; Luke 22:19-20Find more messages and resources from COMMUNITY:https://communitychristian.orgDaily devotionals and prayer resources:https://communitychristian.org/daily

Scripture: Psalm 23

The Prayers of the Faithful Mark Donaldson Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on July 26,2026 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Psalm 20

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 86:11-12"Teach me, LORD, your way that I may walk in your truth, single-hearted and revering your name. I will praise you with all my heart, glorify your name forever, Lord my God."REFLECTION- UmbertoMUSIC- Wait for The Lord sung by the SATB Choir, CanadaNOTES- PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 27:14"The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The LORD is my life's refuge; of whom should I be afraid?"REFLECTION- LaurenMUSIC- NOTES- Blog: Martha and Mary of Bethany: Who Again?PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

God, I feel bent beneath this heavy load, but you lift it for me.Scripture: Psalm 145:14 Best of, Summer.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 145:8–18What do you do when loneliness starts to make you question God's nearness? Today's Scripture reminds us that God does not ask us to come with polished words, tidy emotions, or perfect faith. God draws near when we call on him in truth. This episode will help you bring your actual self into God's presence, including the parts of you that feel angry, unseen, disappointed, or far away. You'll learn:*Why loneliness can begin to distort how you see God*What it means to call on God “in truth”*Why honesty with God creates connection instead of distance*How spiritual performance can leave hurting parts of you alone*One simple way to reach for God when you cannot feel His nearness Go Deeper:Read The Secure Soul to learn how to recognize the parts of you that feel far from God and return to His loving presence. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penitential Psalms | Psalm 51Part 7 of The Psalms: A Complete Guide to Honest Prayerwith Chris NicholsHow do you move beyond guilt and regret?In this message from Psalm 51, Chris Nichols explores one of the Bible's most powerful prayers of confession. Written after King David's greatest moral failure, Psalm 51 reminds us that God doesn't ask us to hide our brokenness—He invites us to bring it honestly into His presence.The Penitential Psalms teach us that repentance is not about earning God's forgiveness or living in shame. It's about trusting God's mercy, telling the truth about ourselves, and allowing Him to create something new within us. Confession isn't the obstacle to intimacy with God—it is the pathway back to it.In this episode you'll learn:Why confession leads to freedom instead of condemnationHow Psalm 51 models authentic repentanceThe difference between apology and confessionWhy shame keeps us stuck while grace sets us freeWhat it means to ask God for a new heartHow repentance changes the direction of our livesWhy your failures don't have to define your storyNo matter what you've done or how far you've wandered, God's invitation remains the same: return home. Through His mercy, forgiveness, and transforming grace, He continues to restore what sin has broken.Scripture: Psalm 51; Exodus 34:6-7; Luke 23:34Find more messages and resources from COMMUNITY:https://communitychristian.orgDaily devotionals and prayer resources:https://communitychristian.org/daily

What does it mean to live a life well? Psalm 90 is a prayer that speaks honestly about the shortness of life, the seriousness of sin, and the pain of living in a broken world. It reminds us that God has been the dwelling place of His people in every generation and invites us to pray, “Teach us to number our days, that we may get a heart of wisdom.” In this message from the Invitations From God in the Psalms series, we explore how Psalm 90 helps us face life honestly. Our days are limited. Our world is broken by sin. Our pain is real. But God is eternal, faithful, merciful, and near. This sermon looks at God's eternal nature, our fallen nature, and the hope of redemption in Jesus Christ. Psalm 90 ultimately points us to Jesus, the second Adam, who came to reverse the curse of sin, defeat death, and begin the restoration of all things.

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112Preacher: Seth Brill

Scripture: Psalm 13

The Law of the LORD is Perfect Mark Donaldson Sermon given by Pastor Mark Donaldson on July 19, 2026 at ElmCreek Community Church in Maple Grove, MN. Scripture: Psalm 19.

This week's sermon, The Gospel of Guilt: Learning to Listen, Not Run, explores one of the most powerful and often misunderstood emotions in the spiritual life: guilt. Drawing from Psalm 51 and real-life moments (including one about staying up past bedtime as a kid), Rev. Shawn Garan reflects on the difference between toxic guilt and healthy guilt. He invites us to consider how both Scripture and psychology can help us face guilt without shame and find the grace hidden inside it.With insights from Carl Jung, warm humor, and pastoral care, this message offers a new way to think about guilt. It does not have to trap us. It can guide us. And it might just bring us back to God.Scripture: Psalm 51:1–12

Psalm 139 reminds us that there is nowhere to hide from God's presence. At first that can feel unsettling. God sees us at our best and our worst. But this Scripture is not about surveillance, it is about love. To be known by God is not to be shamed, but to be healed. Not to be condemned, but to be made whole.In this sermon we explore what it means to be fully seen by God, how to live honestly in God's gaze, and how practices like prayer, reflection, and community draw us deeper into fellowship with the One who knows us completely and loves us still.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 77:1–12 What do you do when you believe in God, keep showing up, and still feel nothing? Today's Scripture gives language for spiritual desolation — the ache of crying out to God and not feeling comforted. This episode helps you bring honest questions to God, understand why distress can make it hard to feel what you know, and practice remembering when God feels far away. You'll learn:*Why not feeling God does not mean you are outside the life of faith*How Psalm 77 gives permission for honest questions*Why distress can narrow your sense of what is true*How remembering becomes a practice of spiritual reorientation*What to do when faith feels more like an ember than a flameGo Deeper: Pre-order The Secure Soul and learn how to reconnect with the parts of you that feel distant from God. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support.While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imprecatory Psalms | Psalm 94Part 6 of The Psalms: A Complete Guide to Honest Prayerwith Dave FergusonHow should followers of Jesus respond to anger and injustice?In this message from Psalm 94, Dave Ferguson explores one of the most surprising types of prayer in Scripture—the Imprecatory Psalms. These prayers give voice to our deepest frustration over evil and injustice while teaching us to place judgment where it belongs: in God's hands.Rather than suppressing our anger or acting on it, the Psalms invite us into honest conversation with God. Through Psalm 94, we discover that God is not threatened by our strongest emotions. He welcomes them, meets us in them, and gradually transforms our outrage into trust.In this episode you'll learn:Why the Bible includes Imprecatory PsalmsHow to pray honestly when you're angryWhat Psalm 94 teaches about justice and God's characterWhy naming injustice is part of healingHow to entrust vengeance to God instead of carrying it yourselfHow Jesus modeled trust in the face of suffering and injusticeIf you've ever wondered where to take your anger, your grief, or your unanswered questions about evil in the world, this message offers a biblical pathway toward hope, healing, and deeper trust in God.Scripture: Psalm 94; Psalm 22; Romans 12:19Find more messages and resources from COMMUNITY:https://communitychristian.orgDaily devotionals and prayer resources:https://communitychristian.org/daily

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-104Preacher: Seth Brill

Scripture: Psalm 137

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 51"Lord, you will open my lips; and my mouth will proclaim your praise. For you do not desire sacrifice* or I would give it; a burnt offering you would not accept. My sacrifice, O God, is a contrite spirit; a contrite, humbled heart, O God, you will not scorn."REFLECTION- Jen MUSIC- Music Momentary by Choir- Om So Hum Mantra by Malte MartinPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES- 

Heavenly Father,Scripture: Psalm 23:4Keywords: Shepherd; direction; valleys; shadow; omniscient; present.Best of, Summer.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 37:1–8 What do you do when someone who hurt you seems to be winning? Today's Scripture speaks into the anger, grief, resentment, and fixation that can rise up when people do harm and appear to get away with it. This episode helps you care about justice without letting someone else's wrongdoing take over your inner life. You'll learn: *Why “do not fret” means more than “do not worry” *How your nervous system can get locked onto someone else's wrongdoing *The difference between righteous concern and corrosive fixation *Why Psalm 37 is grounding, not spiritual bypassing *One question to ask: What is mine to do, and what is God's to hold? Go Deeper: Share this episode with someone who's struggling to stop replaying what happened. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: ⁠@dralisoncook⁠ ⁠Join⁠ 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pornography exposure is happening younger and more often than most parents realize, and it's affecting both boys and girls. In this episode, Karen and Erin Mashaw are joined by returning guest Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, for a practical conversation about what to do when your child has been exposed to pornography.If you've been avoiding this awkward conversation, today's discussion will motivate you and equip you to help your child navigate this topic.Episode Recap:We want our kids to have a plan to reject pornography when they see it (1:30)Parents underestimate kids' negative online exposure (3:30)Your kid is not bad because they are curious about sex (6:00)Girls' exposure to pornography is often through literature (8:10)Take time to compose yourself before responding (13:50)Don't blame yourself (18:00)These conversations help arm our kids against the influence of porn (22:00)Your child deserves to be prepared (27:00)Scripture: Psalm 119:9 (NIV) "How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word."Discussion Questions: What emotions come up when you think about having conversations about pornography with your children?What practical steps has your family taken to create open communication around technology and online safety?What would it look like for your home to be a safe place for difficult conversations?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up a copy of Good Pictures Bad Pictures or Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Guide for GirlsArm yourself with free anti-pornography resources at Defend Young MindsConnect with Kristen online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM/Instagram: @defendyoungmindsX: @defendYMLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/defend-young-mindsWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Kristen explains what's happening in a child's brain after pornography exposure, why these images can become "sticky," and how parents can help prevent repeated viewing from becoming a long-term struggle. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 5:13"For you, Lord, bless the just one; you surround him with favor like a shield."REFLECTION- SarahMUSIC- Imbre for Piano (artist unknown)- Hanover Birds by The Birdsong ProjectNOTES- Click HERE for our newest Blog postPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 86:1–7 What do you do when you feel so tired, stretched thin, or aware of your need that even prayer feels vulnerable? In today's episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on the tender image of a God who bends low to hear us. This passage gives us permission to bring our need honestly into God's presence—not as a shame statement, but as a truth statement. We explore: *Why need can feel so vulnerable *How attachment wounds shape the way we approach God *Why we often pray around our need instead of from our need *The difference between humility and shame *How God meets us in the poor and needy places of the soul Go Deeper: If you struggle to sense God's nearness, check out Dr. Alison's new book, The Secure Soul. Start reading when you pre-order now. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 17, 2000. Series: Four Ways to Live, Four Ways to Love. Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2, 8-18. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 10, 2000. Series: Four Ways to Live, Four Ways to Love. Scripture: Psalm 107:31-43. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.