Predictive Prophecies in the Psalms

       Predictive prophecy is the seminal proof of the Bible’s divine authorship.  It is what infallibly proves that the sixty-six books of the Scriptures are unique from all others.  It is what clearly demonstrates that the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, written revelation of…

The Blessedness of Meekness

         Centuries before Jesus’ beatitude in His sermon on the mount, the Psalmist extolled the greatness and blessedness of meekness with these words: “the Lord takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the meek with salvation” (Psalm 149:4 KJV).    Send article as…

The Blessedness of Jesus’ Meekness

       Meekness is an oft misunderstood virtue.  Its best definition is “power under control”.  It is like a powerful medicine with tremendous potential to heal when used properly.  It is like a powerful horse with tremendous potential to labor when its strength is harnessed…

Another New Song

       Though others had sought to praise Jehovah with previous psalms, the composer of Psalm 149 rightfully believed that it was most fitting to write another.  Therefore, he writes, “Praise the Lord!  Sing to the Lord a new song and His praise in the assembly of saints” (v….

Three of Jehovah’s Unique and Praiseworthy Features

       As the composer of Psalm 148 concludes his paean of praise, He succinctly states three of Jehovah’s unique and praiseworthy features when he writes: “Let them praise the name of the Lord, for His name alone is exalted; His glory is above the earth and heaven.  And…

The Universal Praiseworthiness of Jehovah Part Two

       Psalm 148’s clarion call to zestful praise of Jehovah begins with the heavens (vv. 1-6; see yesterday’s post).  It concludes with an equally rousing call to earth’s creations—”Praise the Lord from the earth, You great sea creatures and all the depths; fire and hail,…

The Glorious Word of God

       “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” was Jesus’ first recorded citation of Scripture (Matthew 4:4).  It summarizes the “jot and tittle” love and respect that Jesus had for God’s word and…