EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 23 MIN
Has God Forgotten His Covenant? (Psalm 89) | Charles Spurgeon
from Reformed Thinking · host Edison Wu
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 89Psalm 89 is characterized as a majestic Covenant Psalm that brings the third book of the Psalms to a close. It is titled a Maschil, indicating that it is deeply instructive, particularly regarding the theology of the covenant. The author is identified as Ethan the Ezrahite, who likely composed this work in his old age during a period of national distress for Judah.The Psalm opens with a steadfast resolve to sing of God's mercies forever, asserting that believers should maintain a constant song of praise even when providence appears to frown. The text emphasizes that God's faithfulness is as firmly established as the heavens themselves. Central to the Psalm is the covenant made with David, which is confirmed by a divine oath. This covenant is interpreted as having a dual fulfillment: historically with David's line, and eternally with Christ, the Son of David, whose throne endures forever.Spurgeon's exposition highlights God's sovereignty, noting that He rules the raging of the sea and owns the heavens and the earth. Justice and judgment are described as the foundation of His throne, while mercy and truth act as His heralds. The "joyful sound" mentioned in verse 15 is connected to the blowing of trumpets and the glad tidings of the gospel.The tone shifts in the latter verses to a mournful plea, as the Psalmist laments that the covenant seems to have been made void and the crown profaned. However, the text explains that while God punishes transgression with the rod, He will never utterly remove His lovingkindness or break His covenant. The Psalm concludes with a doxology, blessing the Lord forevermore, representing a triumph of faith over sorrow.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
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Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 89Psalm 89 is characterized as a majestic Covenant Psalm that brings the third book of the Psalms to a close. It is titled a Maschil, indicating that it is deeply instructive, particularly regarding the theology of the covenant. The author is identified as Ethan the Ezrahite, who likely composed this work in his old age during a period of national distress for Judah.The Psalm opens with a steadfast resolve to sing of God's mercies forever, asserting that believers should maintain a constant song of praise even when providence appears to frown. The text emphasizes that God's faithfulness is as firmly established as the heavens themselves. Central to the Psalm is the covenant made with David, which is confirmed by a divine oath. This covenant is interpreted as having a dual fulfillment: historically with David's line, and eternally with Christ, the Son of David, whose throne endures forever.Spurgeon's exposition highlights God's sovereignty, noting that He rules the raging of the sea and owns the heavens and the earth. Justice and judgment are described as the foundation of His throne, while mercy and truth act as His heralds. The "joyful sound" mentioned in verse 15 is connected to the blowing of trumpets and the glad tidings of the gospel.The tone shifts in the latter verses to a mournful plea, as the Psalmist laments that the covenant seems to have been made void and the crown profaned. However, the text explains that while God punishes transgression with the rod, He will never utterly remove His lovingkindness or break His covenant. The Psalm concludes with a doxology, blessing the Lord forevermore, representing a triumph of faith over sorrow.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
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