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The Goodness of God and the Characteristics of the Wicked: Psalm 36

Edward Jackson Jr

Friendship Baptist Church • Mar 11, 2026 • 55 min

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Summary

In this study of Psalm 36, Pastor Edward Jackson, Jr. contrasts the destructive, deceptive nature of sin with the vast, unfailing love and protection of God. He challenges believers to consciously shift their conversation and focus away from toxic people and wickedness and onto the goodness of the Lord. By taking refuge under the shadow of God's wings, believers receive true peace, spiritual feasting, and complete deliverance.

Themes

The Nature of SinGod's Steadfast Love and FaithfulnessDivine Protection and RefugeShifting Mindsets / Changing Your ConversationAbundance in God's House

Pastor's Points

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Verses 1–4: Characteristics of the Wicked

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Verses 5–6: God's Goodness on a Grand Scale

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Verses 7–9: God's Goodness on an Intimate Scale

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Verses 10–12: Prayer for Continued Love and Protection

Key Points

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Sin speaks deep within the heart of the wicked, causing them to lose reverence and fear of God.
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The wicked flatter themselves into believing their sin is minor or will never be caught or exposed.
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God's grace and mercy are calls to repentance and freedom, not permission to keep sinning.
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You can discern a person's true heart and spiritual state simply by listening to their conversation.
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Believers must make a deliberate choice to stop obsessing over wicked people and shift their focus to God's goodness.
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Changing what you speak and think about directly alters your spirit, disposition, and mental well-being.
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God’s steadfast love, faithfulness, and righteousness are immeasurable, reaching to the heavens.
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Believers find complete safety, refuge, and protection from harm under the shadow of God's wings.
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Sermon Moments

“Sin speaks. Sin has a voice. And to those who embrace it, it speaks louder and louder and louder.”

“When God gives you grace, grace is not a license to keep on sinning.”

“At some point, your conversation has to stop about those who are wicked, and you got to shift to start talking about the goodness of your God.”

“When you make a conscious decision to take your mind off of mess and put your mind on the Master, it will change everything around you.”

“The children of God find safety under the wing of God, protected from hurt, harm, or danger.”

“God is an unending source of everything you need.”

“When God knocks down your enemy, don't you stand around and ask them if they're okay. Say thank you Lord and keep on walking.”

“Stop holding on to what God delivered you from.”

This Week

Intentionally change your conversation this week by speaking about God's blessings rather than dwelling on negative situations.

Saturate your heart and mind daily with the Holy Spirit so that God's voice remains louder than temptation or sin.

Reverence God daily, viewing His grace as empowerment for holy living rather than a license to disobey.

Practice listening quietly in conversations to better discern the spirit and motives of those around you.

Rest in God's safety when facing difficult meetings or hostile environments, knowing you are covered under His wings.

Refuse to be consumed by worry when people plot against you, trusting God to be your ultimate defender.

Completely let go of toxic relationships or past sins that God has delivered you from, moving forward in His direction.

Remember This

Shift your heart and daily conversation off of chaos and wickedness, and focus entirely on God's steadfast love, protection, and abundant goodness.

A Challenge for You

For the rest of this week, change what you talk about. Stop stressing over foolishness, find comfort under the shadow of God's wings, and submit fully to His leadership.

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