God’s Covenant with David and the Glory of Zion (Psalm 132) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 132Psalm 132, as expounded in Charles Spurgeon's commentary, is a "Song of Degrees" that ascends from focusing on David's afflictions to the glorious crown of God's covenant. It details David's deep desire to establish a permanent dwelling place for the Ark of the Covenant and the subsequent promises God makes in response.The psalmist first implores God to remember David and the sufferings he endured while striving to maintain pure worship against ungodly opposition. Driven by intense devotion, David vowed not to take his ease or sleep in his own house until he found a habitation for the mighty God of Jacob. This search culminated in the discovery of the Ark in the fields of the wood, prompting the joyous resolution for the people to go together and worship at God's footstool.The psalm then transitions into a prayer for God to arise into His resting place alongside the Ark of His strength. The psalmist petitions for the priests to be clothed with righteousness, for the saints to shout for joy, and for God to look favorably upon His anointed for the sake of His servant David.In the final section, God answers with a solemn, immutable oath. He promises that David's descendants will sit upon his throne forever, a covenant that is ultimately and eternally fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Furthermore, God chooses Zion as His eternal resting place, deeply desiring to dwell among His people. He pledges to abundantly bless Zion's provision, satisfy her poor with bread, and clothe her priests with salvation, which exceeds the initial prayer for righteousness. The psalm concludes with the triumphant assurance that God will make the horn of David bud, ordain a perpetual lamp for His anointed, cover His enemies with shame, and cause the Messiah's crown to flourish forever.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerSpotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1t5dz4vEgvHqUknYQfwpRI?si=e-tDRFR2Qf6By1sAcMdkdwhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730