The psalmist of Psalm 89 begins with praise to God for His lovingkindness and mercy. He recounts the promises made and kept in the life of King David; and longs for those glorious days to return. The blessings have withdrawn due to sin. God's people had not followed God's commands, and were not in a position to recieve God's blessing. The psalmist begs God to return His favor to His people. Whatever the outcome, the psalmist states that he will bless the Lord always.
Psalm 90 was written long before David. It was written by Moses, the leader of the Israelis out of Egyptian captivity. Moses praises God for His longstanding favor and protection, and reminds himself that compared to God man is frail at best. Moses continues to ask for God's extended mercy and favor as His people seek to follow Him and obey His commands.
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