Welcome to Day 2560 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Day 2560 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 45:6-11– Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2560 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2560 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. In today’s Wisdom Nugget, we continue exploring the majestic Psalm 45, focusing on verses 6 through 11 from the New Living Translation. Psalm 45 is often called a royal wedding psalm. It was likely written to celebrate the wedding of an Israelite king, but it also holds deeper significance as a prophetic foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, our eternal King. These verses shift the focus from the king’s strength in battle to his righteous rule and the glory of his bride. This passage is rich in meaning, pointing not only to an earthly king’s wedding but ultimately to Christ’s reign and His bride—the Church. Let’s begin by reading the passage together:
- Psalm 45:6-11 (NLT)
6 Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever. You rule with a scepter of justice. 7 You love justice and hate evil. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you, pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else. 8 Myrrh, aloes, and cassia perfume your robes. In ivory palaces, the music of strings entertains you. 9 Kings’ daughters are among your noble women. At your right side stands the queen, wearing jewelry of finest gold from Ophir. 10 Listen to me, O royal daughter; take to heart what I say. Forget your people and your family far away. 11 For your royal husband delights in your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.
- The Eternal Reign of the King (Verses 6-7)
Verse 6 begins with a bold and powerful declaration: “Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever. You rule with a scepter of justice.” Here, we see a remarkable transition. The psalmist, who was speaking about the earthly king, now directly addresses God. This shift is significant because it suggests that the king’s reign is not merely human—it is divinely appointed and foreshadows Christ’s eternal kingdom. The imagery of the throne enduring forever reminds us that God’s rule is not temporary. Earthly kings and rulers come and go, but God’s reign is everlasting. Unlike human governments that can be corrupt or unstable, His kingdom is built on perfect justice. Verse 7 reinforces this idea: “You love justice and hate evil. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you, pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else.” This passage highlights the King’s character—He is not just powerful; He is righteous. He loves justice and hates evil, which is why He is anointed above all others. This verse is directly quoted in Hebrews 1:8-9, where it is applied to Jesus Christ. This confirms that Psalm 45 is not just about an earthly ruler but ultimately points to Jesus, the true King who reigns in righteousness. Illustration: Imagine a...
