Psalms 89:1-52

Contents: Joy over and praise of God's greatness. Complaint of the seeming failure of the covenant and prayer for redress.

Characters: God, David, Psalmist.

Conclusion: Though we may find it hard to reconcile some dark providences with the goodness and truth of God, yet we should hold firmly to His promises, knowing that His truth is inviolable, and pleading them in prayer before Him. No matter how serious the situation, there is ever matter for praise and thanksgiving.

Key Word: Covenant, Psalms 89:3; Psalms 89:34.

Strong Verses: Psalms 89:7; Psalms 89:14; Psalms 89:18.

Striking Facts: Psalms 89:27. The covenant looks beyond David and Solomon. Isaiah 7:13-15; Isaiah 9:6-7; Micah 5:2. Jesus has preeminence in all things, having a more glorious name than any other. When He comes, it will be seen what the covenant stores up for the once despised Son of David, but who is to be exalted as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.