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Bobby Stafford	The King And I  Psalm 72		Psalms

The King and I

Psalm 72

Introduction:

Consider what your life would be like if you knew you were going to inherit a kingdom so marvelous you would never be lonely, unloved, or even bored.  This would be a place of perfect peace and comfort; where there would never be any anxieties or concerns.  Listen as we describe the King and His Kingdom as found in Psalm 72.

Text:  Psalm 72:1-20

Body:

I.      A Righteous Reign  (Verses 1-7)

·       Israel’s king received his power from Jehovah God.  He was responsible for ruling according to God’s laws.  He was to rule with righteousness.

·       Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of this psalm.  Isaiah 11 uses similar language in describing the reign of Christ’s Kingdom.  (Isaiah 11:1-9)  His reign would be one of peace between all people and nations.  (Ephesians 2:13-18)

II.    A Universal Reign  (Verses 8-11)

·       King of all the earth  (Psalm 47: 1-9), especially verses 2,3,7

·       Zechariah’s prophecy  (Zechariah 9:9-10, Zechariah 14:8-9)

·       Parable of Tares  (Matthew 13:36-43)

·       Remember there are two aspects of the kingdom, earthly and heavenly.

III. A Merciful Reign  (Verses 12-14)

·       Jesus went about doing good while on earth.  (Acts 10:38)

·       Jesus not only did good physically, but most importantly, the good He did was also of a spiritual nature.  (Luke 4:16-21)           All of us are the poor, the captive, the blind. . . due to sin.

·       The work He was engaged in is now upon our shoulders.  It is our responsibility.  (Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 28:19-20)

IV. A Prosperous Reign  (Verses 15-17)

·       Prophecy of Amos   (Amos 9:11-13)   Note the words of            Acts 15:12-19.  Spiritual prosperity

·       The Kingdom exalted  (Micah 4:1-2)

·       Exceeding riches  (Ephesians 2:6-8)

·       Verse 17   The name of Jesus will be a vital, active force as long as the earth exists.

Conclusion:

Read Verses 18-20.  These verses are sometimes called a “doxology” – a hymn of Praise to God.  These verses remind us of Psalm 24.  It encourages us to worship the King who has ascended into heaven.

 Bobby Stafford

November 25, 2012

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