Why Do the Nations Rage? God’s Anointed King Reigns (Psalm 2) | John F. Walvoord et al.

Deep Dive into The Bible Knowledge Commentary by John F. Walvoord, et al. - Psalm 2Psalm 2 was originally an Old Testament royal psalm used during the coronations of Davidic kings, though it is widely recognized by New Testament students for its relevance to Jesus Christ. The text is divided into four main sections detailing a king's coronation amidst political opposition.First, the psalmist expresses sheer amazement at the futile plans of surrounding nations and earthly kings who attempt to overthrow the Lord and His anointed king, or Messiah. These nations desire to break free from the political control and perceived bondage of this newly crowned king.Second, the psalm describes God's response to this rebellion. Seated on His heavenly throne, the Lord laughs at their foolishness before speaking to them in burning wrath. God declares that He has firmly established His king on Zion, His holy hill in Jerusalem, thereby subjugating any opponents.Third, the anointed king speaks, affirming his right to rule by citing God's decree from the Davidic Covenant. In this covenant, God establishes a Father-son relationship with the king, using the phrase "I have begotten you" as a metaphor for the coronation day. The king is promised an inheritance encompassing the ends of the earth, and he is granted the authority to violently shatter rebellious nations, much like breaking pottery.Finally, the psalmist exhorts the earthly kings to act wisely and abandon their rebellion. He advises them to serve the Lord with fear and to submit to the sovereign by "kissing the son" before his sudden wrath is unleashed. The psalm concludes by promising blessings and safety for all who choose to take refuge in the Lord and His anointed. In the New Testament, the title of "son" and the themes of this psalm are ultimately fulfilled in the resurrection, ascension, and future return of Jesus Christ.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