Series Summary

This summer, slow down and rediscover the songs that have strengthened God’s people for generations. Summer in the Psalms is a journey through the highs and lows of faith—from joy and worship to fear, doubt, repentance, and renewed hope. Whether you’re celebrating God’s goodness, walking through a difficult season, or simply longing to grow closer to him, the Psalms remind us that we can bring every part of our lives to God. As we study a selection of different psalms this summer, we’ll learn to trust him more deeply, worship him more fully, and find lasting hope in his presence, one psalm at a time.

Sermon Summary

Have you ever looked around and wondered why life seems to reward the wrong people? In Psalm 73, Asaph describes that struggle vividly. Asaph was a man who loved God but became discouraged when he saw the prosperity of the wicked. He admits that his feet had nearly slipped because he was comparing his life with the lives of others. His circumstances had begun to shape his understanding of God’s goodness.

But everything changes when Asaph enters the sanctuary of God. In God’s presence, he gains an eternal perspective. He realizes that what looks like success in the moment may not be the whole story, and that God’s faithfulness cannot be measured by temporary circumstances. Asaph’s circumstances may not have immediately changed, but his perspective did.

The psalm ends with a powerful declaration: “But for me it is good to be near God” (Psalm 73:28). When life feels unfair, our greatest need is not always an explanation — it is God’s presence. He is our strength, our refuge, and our portion forever. We may not understand every situation, but we can trust the One who sees the whole story.