Description

In this episode of Bible for Newbies, Russ Michaels unpacks the breathtaking poetry of Psalm 85, focusing on the powerful image of righteousness and peace kissing. Through personal stories and deep dives into biblical history, Russ explores how loving kindness, truth, righteousness, and peace come together in God’s character—and how this ancient Psalm points forward to the gospel.

What you’ll hear:

• The surprising family story that sets the stage for Psalm 85
• The history of the Sons of Korah and their role as worship leaders
• A verse-by-verse reading and reflection on Psalm 85 The meaning behind “righteousness and peace have kissed each other”
• How the tension between justice and mercy is resolved in Jesus

Russ invites you to read Psalm 85 for yourself this week—admire the poetry, notice the prophecy, and experience the message of the gospel in a fresh way.