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Topical Study on Psalms The psalms gift the believer and the believing community with a robust and no-holds-barred vocabulary in conversation with God. The psalms provide backing to Jewish Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel's claim, "With God anything can be said. Without God nothing is heard." A Righteous Plea Sermon Illustration by Stan Mast http://cep.calvinseminary.edu/sermon-starters/proper-27c/?type=the_lectionary_psalms Sermon Illustration by Stan Mast Topics: Justice , Righteousness Source: Center for Excellence in Preaching A sermon starter and illustration for Psalm 17:1-9. In a world where God offers forgiveness and reconciliation, it is possible for repentant sinners to cry out to God for justice. Ultimate Satisfaction Commentary/Exegesis by Mark D. Roberts https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/ultimate-satisfaction-0 Commentary/Exegesis by Mark D. Roberts Topics: God's Presence , Satisfaction , Prayer , Relationship Source: Theology of Work: The High Calling Mark Roberts observes that Psalm 17 is full of petitions from the psalmist, but in the last verse the psalmist declares that the ultimate source of satisfaction is God's presence. The Ambiguity of Psalm 17 Sermon Starter/Outline by Stan Mast http://cep.calvinseminary.edu/sermon-starters/proper-13a/?type=the_lectionary_psalms Sermon Starter/Outline by Stan Mast Topics: Prayer , Faith , Lectionary , Sermon Source: Center for Excellence in Preaching This sermon starter suggests the ambiguity of Psalm 17's context makes it ideal for addressing all worshippers. It is a prayer that reminds us that we can bring our deepest burdens to God with confidence. An Honest Plea Commentary/Exegesis by Eric L. Mathis https://www.workingpreacher.org/preaching.aspx?commentary_id=1826 Commentary/Exegesis by Eric L. Mathis Topics: Faithfulness , Relationship , Honesty Source: Working Preacher Honesty is a core component of living in relationship with others. Psalm 17 reminds us that we can bear our deepest burdens and worries to God with honesty and confidence, just as the Psalmist has done. God and Goggles Commentary/Exegesis by Mark D. Roberts https://www.theologyofwork.org/the-high-calling/god-and-goggles Commentary/Exegesis by Mark D. Roberts Topics: Prayer , God's Love , David , Psalms Source: Theology of Work: The High Calling Commenting on Psalm 17:8-9, Mark Roberts notes that David's use of imagery in asking for God's protection reflects his understanding "that God values him exceedingly." Approaching God Commentary/Exegesis by Scott E. Hoezee http://cep.calvinseminary.edu/non-rcl-starters/psalms-15-24/ Commentary/Exegesis by Scott E. Hoezee Topics: Prayer , Psalms , Trust , Providence Source: Center for Excellence in Preaching A collection of commentaries on Psalms 15 and 24, Psalms 16 and 23, Psalms 17 and 22, Psalms 18, 20, and 21, and Psalm 19. These commentaries explore how each Psalm invites us to approach God. An Honest Prayer Devotional by Lillian Daniel http://day1.org/6312-lillian_daniel_an_honest_prayer Devotional by Lillian Daniel Topics: Prayer , Honesty Source: Day1 Lillian Daniel offers a story of an intern's struggle to a pronounce a name during prayer to remind us that God wants honest prayers as exhibited by Psalm 17:1-9. Forgiveness, Understanding, Healing, and Hope Study Guide by Jakki Flanagan https://episcopalchurch.org/library/bible-study/bible-study-proper-13-2011 Study Guide by Jakki Flanagan Topics: Forgiveness , Reconciliation , Healing , Hope Source: Sermons That Work In this Bible study guide, Jakki Flanagan offers insights on forgiveness (Genesis 32:22-31); understanding (Psalm 17:1-7, 15); healing (Matthew 14:13-21); and hope in suffering (Romans 9:1-5). A Wild Prayer Commentary/Exegesis by Karla Suomala https://www.workingpreacher.org/preaching.aspx?commentary_id=3068 Commentary/Exegesis by Karla Suomala Topics: Lord’s Prayer , Prayer , God's oneness , David Source: Working Preacher Psalm 17 is infused with the same sense of intimacy, confidence, boldness, purpose, and urgency that Jesus models for his disciples in the Lord’s Prayer. Grant Us Courage Children's Sermon by Carolyn Brown http://worshipingwithchildren.blogspot.com/2013/10/year-c-proper-27-32nd-sunday-of.html Children's Sermon by Carolyn Brown Topics: Children , Lectionary , Courage , Worship Planning Source: Worshiping With Children Carolyn Brown highlights some themes in these texts for children: courage in Haggai 1:15-2:9 and life after death in Luke 20:27-38. She also shares a dramatic reading of Psalm 145 and Psalm 98. Group Seeks Change through Radical Prayer Sermon Illustration by Sam O'Neal http://www.preachingtoday.com/illustrations/2007/february/8021207.html Sermon Illustration by Sam O'Neal Topics: Prayer , Evangelism , God's Will , Change Source: Preaching Today An illustration by Sam O'Neal focuses on the importance of intercessory prayer and action to live God's dream. Covenants and Feasts Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar http://sacredise.com/lectionary-resources/proper-13a/ Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar Topics: Covenant , Feast , Poverty , Generosity Source: Sacredise John van de Laar's sermon starter draws on Genesis 32:22-31, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 17:1-7, 15, 145:8-9, 14-21, Romans 9:1-5, and Matthew 14:13-21 to discuss both God's covenant invitations and our responsibility to respond to hunger needs. Full Text Hymns on Psalm 17:1-7, 15 Psalm 17PD
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See more hymns... Restoring Peace Service Outline by Ashleigh Joyner https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/5323/checking-to-find-peace Service Outline by Ashleigh Joyner Topics: Christmas , Peace , Holiday , Psalms Source: Ministry Matters A service outline by Ashleigh Joyner based on Psalm 80:1-7; 17-19. Joyner suggests video and sermon themes for a Christmas season service about restoring peace in the midst of the hectic busy-ness of Christmas. Sitting with God on the Bathroom Floor Sermon Illustration by Larry Crabb http://www.preachingtoday.com/illustrations/2007/september/8092407.html Sermon Illustration by Larry Crabb Topics: Faith , Contentment , Faithfulness , Doubt Source: Preaching Today Larry Crabb uses a childhood experience to distinguish between prayer as insisting on what we think will make us happy vs. being content with God's presence—illustrating Psalm 20:4, Exodus 33:12-23, and other passages. God's Marvelous Loving-Kindness Study Guide by James Miller https://episcopalchurch.org/library/bible-study/bible-study-proper-13-2014 Study Guide by James Miller Topics: Blessing , Compassion , Covenant Source: Sermons That Work A Bible study guide by James Miller focused on blessing (Genesis 32:22-31), God's compassion (Psalm 17:1-7,16), God's eternal covenant (Romans 9:1-5), and the compassion seen in Jesus (Matthew 14:13-21). God's Protection Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar http://sacredise.com/lectionary-resources/proper-27c/ Sermon Starter/Outline by John van de Laar Topics: Death , Faith , Hope , Resurrection Source: Sacredise Throughout Job 19:23-27; Psalms 17:1-9; 98; Haggai 1:15, 2:1-9; Luke 20:27-38; and 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17, we see that God gives God’s people the assurance of God’s protection and salvation in the face of difficulties. Journeying to the Light Audio/Video by Martin Tel https://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/journeying-to-the-light-a-pilgrimage-of-prayer-and-praise/ Audio/Video by Martin Tel Topics: Worship , Service , Scripture Reading , Light Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This video-recording of an evening service focused on Psalms 15-24 moves from longing for holiness, resting in God's presence, cry for help, victory and vindication, and the light of creation, the light of the law. Fear and Trust Study Guide by Emily Garcia https://episcopalchurch.org/library/bible-study/bible-study-proper-14-2017 Study Guide by Emily Garcia Topics: Fear , Community , God's Will , Fear of God Source: Sermons That Work This resource on Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28; Psalm 105, 1-6, 16-22, 45b; Romans 10:5-15; and Matthew 14:22-33 provide brief commentary, with questions helpful in leading Bible study or preparing sermons. My Cry for Justice Audio/Video by Paul Michaels http://www.theworkofthepeople.com/psalm-17 Audio/Video by Paul Michaels Topics: God's Deliverance , Justice , Injustice Source: The Work of the People This is a visual representation of Psalm 17, with the text featured against background images of forest, and background music by Paul Michaels. The Psalter Journey Audio/Video by Peter Enns http://www.theworkofthepeople.com/the-psalter-journey Audio/Video by Peter Enns Topics: Journey , God's Presence , Faith , Psalms Source: The Work of the People In this video, Peter Enns discusses the Book of Psalm as a "theological story" about the journey of faith. (Length: 04:40)
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