1
The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
2
The LORD shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.
3
Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning: thou hast the dew of thy youth.
4
The LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.
5
The Lord at thy right hand shall strike through kings in the day of his wrath.
6
He shall judge among the heathen, he shall fill the places with the dead bodies; he shall wound the heads over many countries.
7
He shall drink of the brook in the way: therefore shall he lift up the head.
Psalms 110 Study & Commentary
Overview & Chapter Summary
Psalm 110 is a major Messianic psalm. It depicts Christ as the eternal King and Priest after the order of Melchizedek, ruling in the midst of His enemies.
Theological Context & Insights
CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS
1. The Lordship of Christ: "The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand" (v. 1). Jesus is the ascended and sovereign Lord.
2. The Eternal Priesthood: Christ is our Priest for ever (v. 4). We have a permanent mediator between us and God.
Practical Lessons & Daily Application
FORMAL PRAYER
We exalt Thee, O Lord, our King and Priest. Rule Thou in the midst of our lives and lead us in the beauties of holiness. Amen.