Free Presbyterian Church of Malvern

This sermon presents a rich theological meditation on Psalm 45 as a messianic prophecy pointing to Jesus Christ, revealing Him as the ultimate King, Prophet, and Priest. The psalm is interpreted through the lens of Hebrews 1, emphasizing Christ's eternal throne, divine glory, and supremacy over all creation, while highlighting how His kingly reign is grounded in truth, meekness, and righteousness. The preacher underscores Christ's dual nature—His joy in redeeming His bride, the Church, as depicted in wedding imagery, and His gracious, prophetic speech and priestly sacrifice, symbolized by the fragrant spices and the oil of gladness. The central call is for believers to cultivate a heart that overflows with devotion to Christ, to prioritize His glory in Scripture, prayer, and daily life, and to recognize that His delight in His people is not dependent on their worthiness but on His grace. Ultimately, the sermon invites a renewed, heartfelt worship of Christ as the fairer-than-all, the altogether lovely, and th