Psalm 89:2

2 For I have said, "¹Lovingkindness will be built up forever; In the heavens You will establish Your ²faithfulness."

Psalm 89:2 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 89:2

For I have said
That is, in his heart he had said, he had thought of it, was assured of it, strongly concluded it, from the Spirit and word of God; he believed it, and therefore he spoke it; having it from the Lord, it was all one as if he had spoke it:

Psalm 89:2 In-Context

1 I will sing of the lovingkindness of the LORD forever; To all generations I will make known Your faithfulness with my mouth.

2 For I have said, "Lovingkindness will be built up forever; In the heavens You will establish Your faithfulness."

3 "I have made a covenant with My chosen; I have sworn to David My servant,

4 I will establish your seed forever And build up your throne to all generations." Selah.

5 The heavens will praise Your wonders, O LORD ; Your faithfulness also in the assembly of the holy ones.

Cross References

• 1. Psalms 103:17
• 2. Psalms 36:5; Psalms 119:90