PSALMS
DISCIPLESHIP CONTENT
The Voice Of The Lord
Psalm 29
"“The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.”
Psalm 29:4 (ESV)
Psalm 29:4 (ESV)
Sermon Summary
1. The Lord’s Voice Thunders with Power
2. The Glory Belongs to Him Alone
3. The Lord Gives Strength and Peace
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- God’s voice is not mild or weak—it roars over the waters and shakes the wilderness (Psalm 29:3–9).
- Every crashing storm and bolt of lightning reminds us that creation listens when God speaks (Psalm 29:5–8).
2. The Glory Belongs to Him Alone
- We are called to ascribe glory to the Lord, not because He needs it, but because He is worthy of it (Psalm 29:1–2).
- David’s response to the storm is not fear—it’s worship in awe and wonder (Psalm 29:2).
3. The Lord Gives Strength and Peace
- Though God reigns over chaos, He is not distant—He sits enthroned and blesses His people (Psalm 29:10).
- The voice that tears down trees also builds up His people with strength and peace (Psalm 29:11).
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Discipleship Questions
Discover
Who is God? What has He done?
- What does this Psalm reveal about the power and authority of the Lord’s voice? (Psalm 29:3–9)
- How is God’s glory tied to creation and worship in this psalm? (Psalm 29:1–2)
- What kind of King is described at the end of the psalm, and how does He treat His people? (Psalm 29:10–11)
INSIGHT: God’s voice is not like ours—it doesn’t waver, get ignored, or fade with time. His voice commands creation, brings glory to Himself, and speaks strength and peace over His people. This is the voice of the King who reigns forever.
Nurture
Who Am I in Light of What He Has Done?
Repent and Believe
- When storms hit—literal or personal—do I hear the thunder and feel fear, or do I remember that Jesus, my Good Shepherd, is still speaking?
- Where am I tempted to believe that God’s voice is harsh or far away, rather than tender, strong, and near?
Repent and Believe
- Turn from the lie that God’s power is something to hide from or compete with. Trust that the same voice that splits the cedars is also the voice of Jesus who calls you by name, leads you to still waters, and speaks peace into your storm.
IDENTIFY: Where in your life are you resisting the Shepherd’s voice—choosing your own strength instead of receiving His peace?
Act
What Should I Do in Light of This?
- When was the last time you simply sat still and listened for God’s voice instead of rushing into action or distraction? (Psalm 29:3)
- What area of your life right now feels like a storm—and how might you invite Jesus to speak peace over it this week? (Psalm 29:10–11)
- In what ways could you cultivate awe and worship in daily life, especially when experiencing nature or creation? (Psalm 29:2)
- Who do you know that needs to hear the Good Shepherd’s voice this week—and how can you help them listen?
ACTION: Set aside 15 minutes this week to read Psalm 29 slowly, then read John 10 aloud. Ask the Lord to help you hear His voice—powerful like thunder, yet gentle like a shepherd. Write down one thing you sense Him saying to you.
The Weight of Sin
Psalm 38
"Come quickly to help me, O Lord my saviour."
Psalm 38:22
Psalm 38:22
Sermon Summary
1. The Weight of Sin Is Too Much to Bear
2. Honest Confession Opens the Door to Hope
3. Jesus Carries the Weight We Cannot
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- David describes the physical, emotional, and spiritual toll of unconfessed sin (Psalm 38:2–8).
- We weren’t made to carry this burden ourselves—sin isolates, drains, and crushes.
2. Honest Confession Opens the Door to Hope
- David brings his anguish to God with open, humble confession (Psalm 38:15–18).
- His posture is one of deep sorrow, but also deep trust: “You must answer for me, O Lord.”
3. Jesus Carries the Weight We Cannot
- David looked forward to a Saviour—Jesus has come and carried our sin to the cross (Psalm 38:22; Romans 8:1–2).
- In Him, there is no condemnation, only rescue, healing, and peace.
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Discipleship Questions
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Who is God? What has He done?
- What does this psalm teach us about God’s attentiveness to our suffering and cries for help? (Psalm 38:9, 15)
- Why does David trust the Lord to answer for him rather than trying to justify himself? (Psalm 38:15–16)
- What does 1 John 1:9 say about confession and God’s response to it?
- How does Romans 8:1–2 offer good news to those burdened by guilt and shame?
INSIGHT: God never expects us to carry our sin alone. He invites honesty, offers mercy, and gives us Jesus—who answers our cries, carries our weight, and welcomes us back with open arms.
Nurture
Who Am I in Light of What He Has Done?
Repent and Believe
- When have you felt like David—overwhelmed, burdened, or on the verge of collapse?
- Where are you tempted to manage, hide, or justify your sin instead of confessing it?
- How do you see confession as an act of trust and surrender rather than fear and shame?
Repent and Believe
- Turn from the lie that you must carry sin on your own. Trust that Jesus has already taken it for you. Confession is not weakness—it’s the doorway into healing and the arms of your Saviour.
IDENTIFY: Where are you holding onto guilt or shame that Jesus already bore for you? What keeps you from bringing it to Him?
Act
What Should I Do in Light of This?
- Take 10 minutes this week to write a simple confession prayer—then follow it with a gospel declaration of hope. (Psalm 38:18)
- How might sharing bring relief from the burdens you’re carrying? How can honesty bring encouragement?
- Practice speaking grace and gospel truth to each other in the spaces where you risk being crushed by shame or guilt?
- When emotions lie and shame speaks loudly, what Scripture could you cling to as a weapon of truth? (Romans 8:1, 2 Corinthians 5:21)
ACTION: Confess. Receive. Rest. This week, practice the freedom of not carrying your sin alone. Surrender the weight of it to Jesus in prayer, and if safe, open up to a discipleship group member or another trusted friend. Let Jesus and His grace do the heavy lifting.
The Privilege of Prayer
Psalm 5
"Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly."
- Psalm 5:3
- Psalm 5:3
Sermon Summary
1. Prayer Is a Gift, Not a Right
2. God Hears the Humble, Not the Proud
3. Prayer Flows from Relationship
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- David approaches God not out of entitlement but through God’s unfailing love (Psalm 5:7).
- Access to God is not based on personal worthiness, but is made possible entirely through the grace of God, and secured for us by Christ
- This is why we pray in Jesus’ name (Psalm 5:1–3; John 14:13–14).
2. God Hears the Humble, Not the Proud
- The wicked, proud, and deceitful cannot stand in God’s presence (Psalm 5:4–6).
- Humility recognises that we don’t deserve to be heard—yet God welcomes those who take refuge in Him (Psalm 5:11–12).
3. Prayer Flows from Relationship
- David prays consistently, expectantly, and honestly—not out of obligation, or empty ritual, but rather prayer is an intimate act of relationship (Psalm 5:3, 7–8).
- Prayer is not a spiritual performance but a natural result of walking with God (Psalm 5:1–3).
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Discipleship Questions
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Who is God? What has He done?
- What kind of access does David claim to have with God, and where does that access come from? (Psalm 5:1–3, 7)
- How does God respond to pride and wickedness compared to those who take refuge in Him? (Psalm 5:4–6, 11–12)
- What does Jesus say about praying in His name, and how does this shape our confidence before God? (John 14:13–14)
INSIGHT: David models a posture of humility and trust, reminding us that prayer isn’t a tool for getting what we want—it’s a privilege given by grace. Through Jesus, we’re invited into that same relationship of intimacy, honesty, and daily dependence.
Nurture
Who Am I in Light of What He Has Done?
Repent and Believe
- Do you see prayer more as a task to perform or a privilege to enjoy? What does this reveal about your understanding of God’s character?
- How might remembering that you are heard because of Jesus—not your performance—reshape the way you pray?
- What hinders your prayer life right now?
- How can you cultivate the kind of expectant prayer life that David demonstrates?
Repent and Believe
- Turn from the pride that says, “I don’t need to pray,” or the shame that whispers, “God wouldn’t want to hear from me.” Believe that Jesus has secured your access to the Father—He is the righteous One who invites you to draw near.
IDENTIFY: Where in your life are you resisting a relationship with God by staying silent, rather than praying? What’s stopping you from talking with Him honestly today?
Act
What Should I Do in Light of This?
- When do you most often neglect prayer—and why? What might it look like to reframe those moments as opportunities for connection?
- Is there a daily rhythm (like David’s morning prayer) that you could begin or restore this week? (Psalm 5:3)
- Why is it important that we pray "in Jesus' name"?
- How can praying “in Jesus’ name” help you move from prayer-as-performance to prayer-as-relationship?
- Who in your life needs to be reminded that they have access to God—not through effort, but through Jesus?
ACTION: This week, begin each day with a short, honest prayer—even just a minute or two. Before anything else, bring your requests to God and wait expectantly, knowing you’re heard because of Jesus.