14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you. And here, Ethan the Ezrahite, to whom this psalm is credited, is claiming the love and faithfulness of God. 5 And the heavens will praise Your wonders, O LORD; Your faithfulness also in the assembly of the saints. Psalm 103:17 But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children's children--Psalm 119:89 Your word, O LORD, is everlasting; it is firmly fixed in the heavens. We find that promise fulfilled in the coming of Christ who was born in Bethlehem of the house of David. Daily Nugget: Although many of the Psalms are prophetic, many can be applied to today's Christian walks. Psalm 119:89-96 May 15, 2020. Rebellion against God, verses 9-10. Often, these key psalms are either wisdom psalms that focus on teaching the ways of God and following God, or royal … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26" Psalm 89: Short Devotional. 6 For who in the heavens can be compared to the LORD? Robert Fudge 02/13/17 - Devotionals. Here, right from start, the Psalmist is singing praises to God for His faithfulness. Psalm 89is Israel’s response to what seemed like a broken promise. In that psalm, the Holy Spirit has dictated a plain message. Rather, he is describing David's greater Son, even Jesus, the eternal Son and Lord of all. Many have an application for the time it was written. « Soul Full of Troubles – Psalm 88 Devotional, How to start doing an online Bible study at home… it’s easier than you think! 91 They continue this day according to thine ordinances: for all are thy servants. Psalm 89 is here to help you, to calm you down, to bring you the Hope that God’s steadfast love and faithfulness in His Son shall never and will never pass. Psalm 89:3-4, “You have said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one; I have sworn to David my servant: ‘I will establish your offspring forever, and build your throne for all generations.”, Of your praises forever – I love to shout praise back to you, its fills my soul to sing to you. This psalm speaks about God’s faithfulness. Psalm 89:49–50: “LORD, where are Your former lovingkindnesses, / Which You swore to David in Your truth? The psalmist/Messiah points out the contradictions to the Lord, reminding him of his promises. God is faithful (vss. Psalm 89:11, “The heavens are yours; the earth also is yours; the world and all that is in it, you have founded them.”, Of your eternal covenant – thank you for welcoming me into your family, I am a daughter of the KING! The 89th Psalm begins quite the opposite of Psalm 88. We pray these Psalms will bring you encouragement and peace. 16 They rejoice in your name all day long; they exult in your righteousness. Video Devotions from Psalm 5 Hearken, verses 1-2. Yes, during the fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonians, the anointed one was mocked. Daily Devotional. Psalm 89:8 — God’s faithfulness can’t be turned on and off. The title of this psalm is A Contemplation of Ethan the Ezrahite. Verses 1-2 celebrate the LORD’s steadfast love, linking divine faithfulness … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18" Our entire faith is built on the hope of this, that God will fulfill the promises made to us. Bible Study Materials, App, and Community. 7 God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be held in reverence by all those around Him. To be faithful is not only to be loyal and constant, but to be true to one’s promises. May 27, 2020 Psalm 27 Pastor Joe Hobbs. Psalm 89:5, “Let the heavens praise your wonders, O LORD, your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones!”, I pray today’s devotional blessed your heart and you learned something new about the Bible. I declare that your steadfast love is established forever; your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. PSALM 89 OVERVIEW.. We have now reached the majestic Covenant Psalm, which, according to the Jewish arrangement closes the third book of the Psalms. They walk, O LORD, in the light of Your countenance. July 29, 2020. Can he deliver his life from the power of the grave? 💕, Filed Under: Book 3, Celebrating Psalms Tagged With: Bible Study, Devotions, Psalms, 💌 Gain confidence & Find their true Identity in Christ, 💌 Learn how to cultivate a truly meaningful relationship with God, 💌 Bring back Joy & Peace into their life and motherhood, 💌 Finally, see yourself as God sees you & actually love yourself. Psalm 89 has much to remind Israel of what God has, and will do for Israel. The title of this psalm is A Contemplation of Ethan the Ezrahite. Can he deliver his life from the power of the grave? Psalm 89 has much to remind Israel o Today’s portion of Psalm 89, verses 1-18, led me to write out my own list of things that I want to sing back to the Lord. Psalm 89 has much to remind Israel of what God has, and will do for Israel. Daily Devotional: Psalms 89:14-18. In so doing, he wisely instructs us that when we begin to doubt God’s presence, we should remember His past acts of … Psalm 89 states that God’s love “stands firm for-ever,” and God is mighty. He then recounts God's faithfulness to David because God made a covenant with David promising that He would establish David's throne forever. Text: Psalm 89 Theme: “Warning and Hope”. Verses 1 to 4 introduce two themes that will be further expanded in the psalm. 15 Blessed are the people who know the joyful sound! God typically speaks to His children in quiet thoughts through the Holy Spirit not in audible voices. Daily Nugget: Although many of the Psalms are prophetic, many can be applied to today’s Christian walks. They are established forever. Blessed be the LORD forever! We can get pretty busy in our lives and not think about God's great mercy; it's very easy, especially if we live a comfortable life, to take God for granted. Note this theme in Psalm 89. [1] _____ Intr – Psalm 89 goes along with Psalm 88 in its gloomy depiction of Israel’s unfaithfulness to God, and the somber consequences of this disobedience.Notably, it starts by proclaiming God’s faithfulness. These daily devotions are a way for us to start our day by focusing our hearts by seeking the Lord. 90 Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: thou hast established the earth, and it abideth. Psalms 89:1-4. But then Babylon defeats the nation of Israel, and King Nebuchadnezzar takes over. Psalm 89 – The Incomparable God and His Covenant to David. Daybreak: Psalm 89:1-52 “Nevertheless my lovingkindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail. He goes far beyond the reference to King David. Rejoice, verses 11-12. 1-2, 5, 8, 24). Our Creator has kept His covenant with David, raising Jesus from the dead as proof of His steadfast love to the Davidic line. Daily Nugget: Although many of the Psalms are prophetic, many can be applied to today's Christian walks. When we read Psalm 89 with the understanding that the anointed one is also the Christ, the psalm takes on a whole new layer of meaning. Psalm 89 – The Incomparable God and His Covenant to David. The exalted expectations are then contrasted with the harsh realities of the Messiah’s life during his incarnation. He then recounts God's faithfulness to David because God made a covenant with David promising that He would establish David's throne forever. In the council of the holy ones God is greatly feared; he is more awesome than all who surround him. I will sing of your steadfast love, O LORD, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim your faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 89 has much to remind Israel o Psalm 89 states that God’s love “stands firm for-ever,” and God is mighty. Home Faith and Prayer Daily Devotions Devotions for Women Weathering Life's Storms with a Smile Weathering Life's Storms with a Smile A ragged scarecrow is a faith-filled reminder of Psalm 89:15. by Erin Keeley Marshall Join us today and begin your journey of truth & self-discovery. Leave me a comment in the box below. If you have a friend who needs to read this please share the post with them, or better yet invite them to join the Study Nook. The assigned verses are a portion of a much larger psalm that concludes book three of the psalter. Dec. 2016. Many have an application for the time it was written. 05 Dec 2016. Psalm 89: Short Devotional Psalm 89 tells an interesting story of God’s promises to Israel concerning Messiah. 14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you. 1-2). Verses 1 to 4 introduce two themes that will be further expanded in the psalm. Robert Fudge 02/13/17 - Devotionals. Devotional. The exalted expectations are then contrasted with the harsh realities of the Messiah’s life during his incarnation. 89 For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven. Share. Psalm 89 - A maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. One day that glory will be plainly visible to all. The assigned verses are a portion of a much larger psalm that concludes book three of the psalter. Psalm 89:38–52. 1 I will sing of the mercies of the LORD forever; with my mouth will I make known Your faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 89:14, “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; steadfast love and faithfulness go before you.”, Of your unfailing love  – your love is neverending and because of your love, I know how to love others. 14 Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; mercy and truth go before Your face. The double Amen at the end of the Psalm seals this assuredness: God’s promises will always come true. 48 What man can live and not see death? In 2 Samuel 7, God promises that someone from King David’s family would be king forever. "I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to … The solemn covenant made with him in respect to the perpetuity of his throne. Ps 89:14-18. And faith in the boundless mercy and everlasting truth of God, may bring comfort even in the deepest trials. Particularly how the "mercy" was manifested in the promise made to David. There are several men named Ethan in the Hebrew Scriptures, but this man is mentioned specifically in 1 Kings 4:31 as someone who was famous for his wisdom – yet surpassed by Solomon’s greater wisdom. Many have an application for the time it was written. An Eternal Covenant with David Devotional Psalm 89:19–37 We are not waiting for Christ to sit on David’s throne, for He is reigning now in all His glory. May 28, 2020 Psalm 118 Pastor Trevor Christmas. It is the utterance of a believer, in presence of great national disaster, pleading with his God, urging the grand argument of covenant engagements, and expecting deliverance and help, because of the faithfulness of Jehovah. Ps 89:14-18. 16 They rejoice in your name all day long; they exult in your righteousness. Psalm 36:5 Your loving devotion, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, Your steadfastness to the clouds. 15 Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, O LORD. Today's Read the Bible devotional passages are from Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 89, Isaiah 34, and Revelation 4. Psalm 89 tells an interesting story of God’s promises to Israel concerning Messiah. Before God we are nothing. It is a good thing to declare the mercies of God and His faithfulness to us, but in doing so we must still remember that each of us will see death. Verses 1-2 celebrate the LORD’s steadfast love, linking divine faithfulness … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18" It can’t be removed from him. Look Up, verse 3. Daily Nugget: Although many of the Psalms are prophetic, many can be applied to today’s Christian walks. As reminded in Psalm 89, pray today that you will live your life in praise to God for His mercy and faithfulness, but also remembering that God alone saves us from the power of death. Words of verse 48, what man can live and not see death to where we.! 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