Playlist: Psalm 89 (topic)
Psalm Genres (Part Three A): Messianic
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughPsalm 89 appears in a list of eleven psalms containing major portions that foretell Christ's life, character, ministry, death, or sovereign rulership in the Kingdom of God. This placement situates the psalm within the broader category of Messianic psalms, which the material distinguishes from royal psalms by the extent of their …
Fully Accepting God's Sovereignty (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPsalm 89 is introduced as the passage that explains the "sure mercies of David" mentioned in Isaiah 55:3, where God promises an everlasting covenant. Since the Old Covenant made with Israel was not everlasting, this promise must extend beyond its original hearers to those who come later, including present-day believers. Psalm …
Acts (Part Four)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughPsalm 89 enters the discussion as part of Peter's scriptural argument in Acts 2 that Jesus of Nazareth is both Lord and Christ, the promised Messiah descended from David. After quoting Psalm 132:11-12, which speaks of God swearing to set the "fruit of David's body" upon his throne on condition that his sons keep the covenant, …
A Memorial of Our Joyful Future
Sermonette by Bill OnisickTo the reprobate world, the sound of teruw'ah represents terror and war, but to God's called-out ones it is a time to render praises of happiness and great joy.
The Sacrifices of Leviticus (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe meal offering represents the second Great Commandment, love toward fellow man. Our service to others requires much grinding self-sacrifice and surrender.
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Nineteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe spirit of the law does not do away with the letter of the law; without the letter, there is no spirit because there is no foundation. Examples show God's will.