Psalms - Liferoads Church https://liferoads.org Helping people become Fully Alive in Christ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:07:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://liferoads.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/cropped-cross-100x100.jpg Psalms - Liferoads Church https://liferoads.org 32 32 Isaiah – Week 8 https://liferoads.org/sermons/isaiah-week-8/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:07:00 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5241 Over the past few weeks we have talked about where Ahaz and Hezekiah put their trust; Ahaz into his own plan and Hezekiah surrendered it all to God. Even though the nation was eventually sent into exile because of their worship of idols, God did not give up on His people or His plan (⁠Isaiah 40:1-8⁠). They will be a kingdom of priests (⁠Exodus 19:5-7⁠), and that is true for you today. So, beware of the voices that you listen […]

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]]> Over the past few weeks we have talked about where Ahaz and Hezekiah put their trust; Ahaz into his own plan and Hezekiah surrendered it all to God. Even though the nation was eventually sent into exile because of their worship of idols, God did not give up on His people or His plan (⁠Isaiah 40:1-8⁠). They will be a kingdom of priests (⁠Exodus 19:5-7⁠), and that is true for you today. So, beware of the voices that you listen to (⁠Isaiah 40:3-11⁠) and fill your mind with meditations of the grandeur of God (⁠Isaiah 40:12-26⁠). Trust in Him alone, He will renew your strength! (⁠Isaiah 40:27-30⁠)(⁠Psalm 23⁠)

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]]> Isaiah – Week 7 https://liferoads.org/sermons/isaiah-week-7/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:36:30 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5239 What do we do with seemingly impossible, extremely stressful circumstances? Maybe a bill we can’t pay, or illness that is dire. Even though Hezekiah was a good king, reestablishing the temple worship, he was put in a very desperate situation when he received a letter from Sennacherib, the king of Assyria. He was next on the list for destruction and torture (⁠Isaiah 36:1-22⁠). His response is opposite of his father Ahab (who did not go to the Lord, but depended […]

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]]> What do we do with seemingly impossible, extremely stressful circumstances? Maybe a bill we can’t pay, or illness that is dire. Even though Hezekiah was a good king, reestablishing the temple worship, he was put in a very desperate situation when he received a letter from Sennacherib, the king of Assyria. He was next on the list for destruction and torture (⁠Isaiah 36:1-22⁠). His response is opposite of his father Ahab (who did not go to the Lord, but depended on alliances with other nations. Hezekiah goes to God in the temple and puts the letter in His hands (⁠Isaiah 37:1-20)⁠. And God delivers! (⁠Isaiah 37:33-38⁠). You can transfer your burdens to Jesus (⁠Psalm 55:22)⁠ just as Hezekiah did, except you do not need a temple of stone – you are that temple (⁠Philippians 4:6-7⁠). Invite God into the experience of your life – all of it.

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]]> Bless the Lord O My Soul – Week 3 https://liferoads.org/sermons/bless-the-lord-o-my-soul-week-3/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:11:18 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5190 Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman in John 4 shows that worship is not about a place, but about putting all worth in God – in spirit and truth. Humanity is drawn to worship but we often misdirect it, while all along, God is calling us back to Himself. Worship involves the whole person and is shaped by what is true about God. Different styles and expressions of worship have always existed, but our focus should be on sincerity rather […]

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]]> Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman in John 4 shows that worship is not about a place, but about putting all worth in God – in spirit and truth. Humanity is drawn to worship but we often misdirect it, while all along, God is calling us back to Himself. Worship involves the whole person and is shaped by what is true about God. Different styles and expressions of worship have always existed, but our focus should be on sincerity rather than personal preference.

(⁠John 4:7-26⁠)(⁠Psalm 108:1-4⁠)

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]]> Bless the Lord O My Soul – Week 2 https://liferoads.org/sermons/bless-the-lord-o-my-soul-week-2/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:09:15 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5185 Over and over again the Bible calls us to worship. It is a command to sing and give worth to our Lord. This sure makes sense, because we were created to sing (⁠Psalm 98:7-9⁠). All creation worships The Creator. Jesus even said, if we don’t worship Him the stones will cry out and worship Him (⁠Luke 19:38-40⁠). Worship is a community activity, not only are we to worship together now (⁠Colossians 3:16-17⁠), but it is rooted in the history of […]

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]]> Over and over again the Bible calls us to worship. It is a command to sing and give worth to our Lord. This sure makes sense, because we were created to sing (⁠Psalm 98:7-9⁠). All creation worships The Creator. Jesus even said, if we don’t worship Him the stones will cry out and worship Him (⁠Luke 19:38-40⁠). Worship is a community activity, not only are we to worship together now (⁠Colossians 3:16-17⁠), but it is rooted in the history of the Church. When we worship, we are worshiping with the community of saints all the way back to the Israelites, delivered on the shore of the Red Sea. It is encouraging. Encourage each other and sing truth into your heart. Worship the ⁠Lord ‘O my soul⁠.

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]]> Bless The Lord O My Soul – Week 1 https://liferoads.org/sermons/bless-the-lord-o-my-soul-week-1/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:19:00 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5180 In response to Easter last week (Jesus victory over death) we worship (⁠Matthew 28:1-10, 16-20⁠). It is important to accept that everybody worships, it is a matter of what/who you worship. Worship can be misdirected or misguided, there are plenty of examples in the old testament, and plenty of examples today. That which we worship transforms us (⁠Psalm 115:1-8⁠). Let us be transformed into the image of God (⁠2 Corinthians 3:18⁠). Sing truth into your hearts.

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]]> In response to Easter last week (Jesus victory over death) we worship (⁠Matthew 28:1-10, 16-20⁠). It is important to accept that everybody worships, it is a matter of what/who you worship. Worship can be misdirected or misguided, there are plenty of examples in the old testament, and plenty of examples today. That which we worship transforms us (⁠Psalm 115:1-8⁠). Let us be transformed into the image of God (⁠2 Corinthians 3:18⁠). Sing truth into your hearts.

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]]> Walk Wisely – Week 4 https://liferoads.org/sermons/walk-wisely-week-4/ Sun, 25 May 2025 20:12:00 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4914 We are all a part of a family, and the Bible teaches us how to live wisely in families. Family is vital, and family is vulnerable (⁠Proverbs 27:8)⁠. It is a critical part of our social and personal foundation. It has a deep influence in our lives, for good and sometimes not so good (⁠⁠Proverbs 6:16-19⁠⁠). It begins with honor and respect (⁠Exodus 20:12⁠). There is a structure to families, and discipline matters (⁠Proverbs 23:13-14⁠) (⁠⁠Proverbs 22:6⁠⁠); discipline comforts and […]

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]]> We are all a part of a family, and the Bible teaches us how to live wisely in families. Family is vital, and family is vulnerable (⁠Proverbs 27:8)⁠. It is a critical part of our social and personal foundation. It has a deep influence in our lives, for good and sometimes not so good (⁠⁠Proverbs 6:16-19⁠⁠). It begins with honor and respect (⁠Exodus 20:12⁠). There is a structure to families, and discipline matters (⁠Proverbs 23:13-14⁠) (⁠⁠Proverbs 22:6⁠⁠); discipline comforts and protects (⁠Psalm 23:4⁠).

Finally, and most importantly, families forgive! We all fall short, and the Lord heals through forgiveness. Just as Christ forgave first, so also we should forgive (⁠Ephesians 4:31-32⁠).

Search the scriptures for wisdom (⁠Acts 17:11⁠).

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]]> A Living Redeemer – Week 1 https://liferoads.org/sermons/a-living-redeemer-week-1/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 02:54:36 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4864 Introducing ⁠Ruth⁠. We look at the three main characters in this story and read excerpts of ⁠chapters 1 & 2⁠. This is a small story of redemption – in the larger book of God’s redemption. Where one would expect there to be prejudice, there is dignity and acceptance. We can see how reflecting God’s kindness and love has a bigger role than you would expect. Don’t let circumstances define you. Let God’s redemption define you. Be redeemed. Live redeemed. ⁠Psalm […]

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]]> Introducing ⁠Ruth⁠. We look at the three main characters in this story and read excerpts of ⁠chapters 1 & 2⁠. This is a small story of redemption – in the larger book of God’s redemption. Where one would expect there to be prejudice, there is dignity and acceptance. We can see how reflecting God’s kindness and love has a bigger role than you would expect.

Don’t let circumstances define you. Let God’s redemption define you. Be redeemed. Live redeemed.

⁠Psalm 136⁠ Psalm 23⁠ ⁠1 Peter 2:9-10⁠ ⁠1 Corinthians 11:1⁠ ⁠2 Corinthians 3:18⁠

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]]> Summer in the Psalms, Pt 15 https://liferoads.org/sermons/summer-in-the-psalms-pt-15/ Mon, 07 Oct 2024 23:19:05 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4705 Concluding our summer study of the Psalms, Pastor Donnie teaches on Psalm 23, one of the most beloved passages in Scripture. This sermon explores the deep comfort of knowing God as our Shepherd, His guidance, protection, and abundant care for us in every season of life.

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]]> Concluding our summer study of the Psalms, Pastor Donnie teaches on Psalm 23, one of the most beloved passages in Scripture. This sermon explores the deep comfort of knowing God as our Shepherd, His guidance, protection, and abundant care for us in every season of life.

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]]> Summer in the Psalms, Pt. 14 https://liferoads.org/sermons/summer-in-the-psalms-pt-14/ Sun, 29 Sep 2024 19:40:24 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4700 Pastor Donnie continues our study of the Book of Psalms, looking today at Psalm 96.

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]]> Pastor Donnie continues our study of the Book of Psalms, looking today at Psalm 96.

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]]> Summer in the Psalms, Pt. 13 https://liferoads.org/sermons/summer-in-the-psalms-pt-13/ Sun, 22 Sep 2024 20:29:01 +0000 https://liferoads.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4696 Pastor Donnie continues our study of the Book of Psalms, looking today at Psalm 46, which contains one of his favorite verses, Psalm 46:10, “Be still and know that I am God.”

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]]> Pastor Donnie continues our study of the Book of Psalms, looking today at Psalm 46, which contains one of his favorite verses, Psalm 46:10, “Be still and know that I am God.”

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