Temple Baptist Church - 5-3-2026
Psalm 45
Introduction:
A. Another of the Davidic Psalms, of which he wrote 73, with two others referenced as possibly his. The man after God’s own heart was a man of worship! The introduction to Psalm 35 is important because it sets the tone for this didactic Psalm.
1. It was written to be played by the chief Musician upon “Shoshannim,” a trumpet. To sound aloud, to make a declaration concerning the greatness of God’s throne.
2. It was written for the sons of Korah. Korah was a son of Kohath, a son of Levi, a priest. There were three of Levi’s sons who moved the Tabernacle in the wilderness:
a. Kohath — They took down the Vail and covered the holy furniture in the Holy Place, then carried them. A work that required the utmost respect
b. Gershon — tore down the curtains and coverings.
c. Merari — took down and carried the boards and pillars
3. The sons of Kohath were in charge of the “holy things” of the Tabernacle. When the Tabernacle was moved, the sons of Kohath took down the veil, covered the holy articles of the holy place, and concealed them from the people’s view with a badger skin.
4. Korah took it upon himself to withstand Moses and Aaron by declaring the entire congregation to be holy, thus rejecting the holiness of these two God-called men.
Jude 11 Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.
5. God opened up the earth and swallowed them up.
6. Psalm 45 uplifts God’s throne and warns the sons of Korah that those who defile it by making it common or of lesser power and authority. They would be destroyed as their father was.
“Core” is the Greek rendering of the Hebrew word “Korah.”
“Gainsaying: dispute, disobedience, strife, or contradiction.
B. Maschil: didactic or instructional. To teach the people of God concerning the dangers of getting too cozy with God.
C. A Song of Loves. The word “loves” is plural, indicating the love and respect King David has for both God and the Throne of God. This is expressed in the first statement of the Psalm: “My heart is inditing a good matter.” Something stirring deeply inside, then flowing outward in words with beauty, purpose, and reverence
D. Hebrews 1:8 directly applies this psalm to Christ: “Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever…” Thus, we are not merely looking at a king, we are beholding THE King, and more specifically, His throne. A throne speaks of authority, dominion, rule, and majesty. In Psalm 45, we are given a panoramic view of the throne of Christ.
E. With these things in mind, I want us to examine the throne of God.
1. Verses 1-2. The Sovereignty of God’s Throne. “My heart is inditing a good matter… Thou art fairer than the children of men…” God is sovereign in His reign over the heavens and the earth. It was in the Will of God, coupled with the Word of God, that created the World of God. With God’s throne, there is absolute authority over all matters. I am glad that it is God who is my Heavenly Father. He is in total control!
a. God is not an elected Ruler!
b. God is not a temporary (term-limited) Authority.
c. God does not receive this sovereignty from man as He possesses it eternally.
2. Verse 6. The Stability of God’s Throne. “Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever…” Earthly thrones crumble. Kingdoms rise and fall. But Christ’s throne is never shaken. Daniel saw kingdoms come and go, but the kingdom of Christ stands forever. The stability of His throne gives assurance to the believer; therefore, our salvation is secured as its Owner cannot be overthrown. (Ask Lucifer how that worked out for him!)
a. It is not subject to rebellion
b. It is not threatened by time
c. It is not weakened by opposition
3. Verses 2-3, 8. The Glory of God’s Throne. “Thou art fairer… grace is poured… Gird thy sword… All thy garments smell of myrrh…” The throne of Christ is surrounded by glory, as pictured in verse 8, which depicts royal splendor—fragrance, ivory palaces, music.
This is not a dull throne, nor is it a hidden throne. This is a glorious throne that radiates majesty.
a. Glory in His person
b. Glory in His speech.
c. Glory in His appearance
d. Glory in His presence
4. Verses 3-5. The Power of God’s Throne. “Gird thy sword upon thy thigh… Thine arrows are sharp…” Here we see the King as a warrior. Christ is not merely gentle—He is mighty, and He conquers.
a. The power of His sword. The Word of God brings judgment.
b. The power of His arrows speaks of His precision in conquering hearts and enemies.
c. The power of His person. “All power” in heaven and in earth as power belongeth to God.
5. Verses 3-5. The Rule of God’s Throne. “The sceptre of thy kingdom is a right sceptre.”
A sceptre represents rule and governance. His rule is perfectly just, absolutely authoritative, and completely unquestionable. His rule is right in every decision, every decree, every judgment.
a. God never abuses His power.
b. God never rules unjustly.
c. God never makes mistakes.
6. Verse 7-9. The Holiness of God’s Throne. “Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness…” Righteousness is the moral foundation of His throne. He neither tolerates evil nor does He compromise with it. Holiness is the moral foundation of His throne. God loves righteousness and hates unrighteousness. Christ’s throne is established upon it. Holiness flows from:
a. He is holy in His nature. God cannot sin according to James 1:13, “Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:”
b. He is holy in His dealings. I do not understand all that I know about God, but I do know that he is always right and does no wrong.
c. He is holy in His salvation. He has a consecrated bride.
7. verses 6, 16-17. The Eternality of God’s Throne. “For ever and ever… I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations…” Generations come and go, but Christ remains the same.
His name will be remembered: in every age, by every people, for all eternity! This throne has no beginning, it has no end, and it will never be replaced.
