Third Church Sermons

On this Labor Day weekend, we’ll close our series on the Psalms of Ascent by looking at Psalm 127, the Work Song.

In the closing words of Psalm 134, the final Psalm of Ascent, we are reminded of God’s blessings and told to praise him unceasingly. Even in the midst of difficult situations, we can praise the Lord because of the blessing of faith by grace we’ve received from God, a blessing meant to be shared with others as we continue our journey.

This week we look deeply at Psalm 133 and try to understand the meaning of biblical unity, why it’s so important, and how we can take steps to achieve it.

This week, Derek leads us through a study of Psalm 131, a song that reminds us who we are (and who we are not) even as it reminds us who God is.

A study of Psalm 130, “the Mercy Song,” which reveals the disciple’s inward pilgrim journey from despair to a call to wait and hope.

This week Esther Choi will lead us through a study of Psalm 128, a song of blessing.

Psalm 126 boldly asserts that one of the key marks of the pilgrim is joy. Joy is not happiness, but a deep steadiness of soul that remains firm amidst the danger and struggle of the journey.

This week, we look at Psalm 125, a beautiful meditation on the city of Jerusalem, and on Christian security. In the midst of great uncertainty, the Lord surrounds his people!

Sermon Sources:

- A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, Chapter 7, by Eugene Peterson

- “A Place Where You Belong,” Sermon by Mika Edmondson, preached at Christ Presbyterian Church Nashville, 7.5.2020 (credit to Mika for the Mayhem and Steve Bradbury illustrations).

- The Book of Psalms, by Robert Alter

- Psalms 73-150, by Derek Kidner

As we look at Psalm 124 this week, we see a rescuer and savior from destruction.

This week, we study Psalm 123 and see ourselves as servants of a merciful Master who helps us journey in a life full of contempt.