This sermon on the Imprecatory Messianic Psalms focused on understanding the severe curses and judgments in Psalm 69 and Psalm 109 through a theological and messianic lens. Pastor Jim Osman emphasized these Psalms' relevance in the covenant with David and their application to the more excellent son, Jesus Christ, as depicted in the New Testament. These reflections were part of a series aimed at interpreting the severe calls for judgment on God's enemies and the righteousness of such imprecatory prayers, affirming their place in contemporary Christian practice.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.

This sermon delves into the interpretive challenges surrounding imprecatory psalms, examining the difficult reconciliation of these calls for divine vengeance with the New Testament's messages of love and forgiveness. It critically addresses the "sub-Christian" viewpoint, which posits that such psalms reflect a moral framework that is inferior to Jesus' teachings, advocating for a harmonious biblical ethic that seamlessly bridges the Old and New Testaments. This analysis highlights the complexities inherent in biblical hermeneutics. It emphasizes the imprecatory psalms as a vital expression of the deep-seated yearning for God's justice in a broken world.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.

A look a the frequency and nature of imprecations in Scripture. We consider some of the interpretive challenges we face in dealing with imprecatory Psalms.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.

A look at the structure of the Psalms and the five books that comprise the Psalter. The book's structure tells us something about the theological framework in which we interpret the imprecatory elements.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.

An introduction to the book of Psalms. We examine the themes, theology, structure, and method of interpreting the Psalms. This will establish the historical and theological framework for understanding the imprecatory elements in the Psalter.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.

Pastor Jim starts a new series on the Imprecatory Psalms with this lesson. This is a brief explanation of the issues surrounding imprecations (curses) in Scripture generally. The subject is introduced, and he previews the lessons in this series.

Suggested Resources

• The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston
• A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross
• The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
• Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamilton Jr.