In this psalm we have a wonderful prophecy of the reign of Messiah the Prince. The prophecy does not concern the reign of God in His sovereignty, which is the necessary result of the Creator's relationship with the world He created, but rather a reign that results from His … [Read more...]
Blessednesses/Psalm 1
In many ways, this first psalm is a preface to all the psalms. In the space of a few short verses, we have the entire compass of righteous and unrighteous living set before us. Not every word is spoken, but the fundamental issues of life are all here. "Blessed is the man that … [Read more...]
Not Cantankerous
GRACE & PEACE "At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore" (Ps. 16:11). Controversy, Part 18 Paul teaches us that we should be at peace with all men, so long as it is possible with us (Rom. 12:18). In other words, we ought not to be cantankerous, belligerent, and … [Read more...]
Civil Court
GRACE & PEACE "At thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore" (Ps. 16:11). Controversy, Part 17 In our litigious society, it is hard to keep conflict within the Church from spilling over into the civil realm. In some cases, it may be impossible. How are we to … [Read more...]