The Lord Will

Psalm 89:19

β€œThen thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people.”

KJV

Read in Psalm 89

Meaning

The psalm now retells the royal election behind the Davidic covenant.

The Davidic king and covenant promise

God's election, strengthening, father-son language, and enduring covenant with David are rehearsed.

Read carefully

The passage specifically retells God's covenant choice of David.

Reflection

Treat authority as responsibility received for service, not entitlement.