Episode Details

A new year can bring hope, uncertainty, pressure, and questions about what comes next. Pastor Chris Teien looks at Psalm 37 and shows how believers can trust the Lord, delight in Him, commit their way to Him, and keep following Jesus with endurance. Learn how to walk faithfully into what is ahead while finding security, joy, and purpose in Christ.

In This Message

1. Trust in the Lord and Be Secure
   (Psalm 37:1–3)
   David reminds God’s people not to fret over the wicked or envy those who seem to prosper apart from God. This section emphasizes that earthly success is temporary, but those who trust the Lord and do good can find security under His care.
2. Delight in the Lord and He Will Provide
   (Psalm 37:4; Philippians 4:4)
   Delighting in the Lord means finding joy, satisfaction, and purpose in Him. Pastor Chris explains that as believers enjoy God, worship Him, and align their desires with His will, their hearts begin to want what He wants.
3. Commit Your Way to the Lord and Trust His Timing
   (Psalm 37:5–9)
   God calls His people to commit their path to Him, wait patiently, and resist anger when others seem to succeed through wrong means. This point encourages listeners to trust God’s timing, continue doing right, and hope in the Lord even when circumstances are uncertain.
4. Fix Your Eyes on Jesus and Run with Endurance
   (Hebrews 12:1–3; 1 Corinthians 11:23–29)
   The message closes by connecting faithful steps with communion and renewed commitment to Christ. Believers are called to lay aside sin, run the race God has set before them, remember Jesus’ sacrifice, and keep proclaiming Him until He comes.

I hope this message helps you understand and apply God’s Word. Find sermon transcripts at Well.faith, learn more at ChrisTeien.com, or come visit us at Rockwell Church in Virginia, Minnesota. If this message encouraged you, I’d love to hear from you at wellfaith24@gmail.com.