10/29/2026
This morning's devotion came to us from Bobby Samuels. Bobby brought his message to us from Psalm 89. Psalm 89 is the last psalm in book 3 of the Psalms and was written by Ethan the Ezrahite. This psalm is a song of stark contrasts that moves from soaring praise of God's faithfulness to a raw, honest lament. Has Bobby read he pointed out that Ethan begins by declaring God’s steadfast love, faithfulness, and righteousness. He celebrates God's rule over creation, noting how the heavens, skies, and raging seas obey His power. The Psalm details the oath God swore to King David. God promised to establish David’s line forever, make him the highest of earthly kings, and discipline—but never abandon—his descendants. But then Bobby points out that the tone shifts dramatically. Ethan looks at the ruined kingdom, the disgraced and rejected king, and the broken defenses, feeling like God has abandoned His sworn oath. Ethan cried out with raw questions like, "Lord, where is your steadfast love of old?" (v. 49) and "How long, O Lord? Will you hide yourself forever?" (v. 46) Bobby compared this to our reality that sometimes we question God's plan for our lives and wonder where He is in a crisis? But just like Ethan does and Psalm 89, we must declare the blessings of Our Lord and remember ALL of his promises! Ethan ends the Psalm with a blessing and each of us should remember to repeat this blessing throughout our day!
"Blessed be the Lord forever! Amen and Amen."
Psalm 89:52 NIV 👏👏👍✝️💕🙏