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Psalm 132: From David’s Covenant to Christ the Eternal King

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Psalm 132: God’s Covenant Promise and the Coming King

Series: Walking Through the Psalms Host: Dave Jenkins Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Scripture: Psalm 132

Show Summary

Psalm 132 is one of the most historically grounded and covenant-rich Songs of Ascents. As pilgrims traveled up to Jerusalem, they sang of God’s covenant promises, His dwelling with His people, and His chosen King.This psalm looks back to David’s zeal to establish the ark in Jerusalem, upward to God’s chosen dwelling place in Zion, and forward to the promised King who reigns forever. Ultimately, Psalm 132 finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ—the true Son of David, the eternal King, and the true dwelling place of God with His people.God is not absent. God is not forgetful. He keeps His covenant promises in Christ.

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Episode Notes

  • David’s Zeal for God’s Dwelling (Psalm 132:1–5) – God’s presence matters more than comfort. Worship takes priority over ease.
  • The Joy of Restored Worship (Psalm 132:6–9) – True worship is reverent and joyful, rooted in God’s truth—not performance or emotional manipulation.
  • God’s Covenant Oath to David (Psalm 132:10–12; 2 Samuel 7) – Israel’s hope rested not in political strength but in God’s covenant promise.
  • God Chooses Zion (Psalm 132:13–16) – God is not confined to a building, yet He chooses to dwell among His redeemed people.
  • The Coming King and Lasting Throne (Psalm 132:17–18) – The promise ultimately points to Christ, the Son of David, whose crown shines forever.

Key Scripture Connections

  • 2 Samuel 7 – The Davidic Covenant
  • Matthew 1:1 – Jesus Christ, the Son of David
  • John 14–17 – Christ’s teaching and intercession
  • 2 Corinthians 1:20 – All God’s promises are Yes in Christ

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Dave Jenkins

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021),  The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
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