Psalms 111:9
He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
Psalms 111:9
Verse 9 highlights God’s redemptive acts and the divine covenant with lasting reverence. “He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.” The term “redemption” evokes deliverance, rescue from bondage, and the resulting relationship with God. In Israel’s history, this is tied to exodus-like deliverances, liberation from oppression, and the establishment of a holy people. “Commanded his covenant for ever” emphasizes the perpetual, unilateral nature of God’s covenant—God acts first, binds himself to his people, and invites faithfulness in return. The phrase “holy and reverend is his name” elevates God’s character: sacred and worthy of reverent fear. Names in ancient Near Eastern culture carried weight; to attribute holiness and reverence to God’s name is to acknowledge his unmatched holiness and rightful honor.
Redemption points to the core biblical narrative: God’s initiative to save and restore his people, culminating in ongoing relational, covenantal life. The everlasting covenant underscores God’s faithfulness across generations. The combination of redemption, everlasting covenant, and holy reverence frames worship as a response to God’s saving acts and character. It sets the tone for a life lived in the presence of a holy God, where reverence informs both worship and daily conduct.
Our response is gratitude and obedience. Reflect on how God has delivered you—freedom from spiritual bondage, forgiveness, or renewed purpose. Let that gratitude shape daily choices: align priorities with God’s will, pursue holiness in thoughts and actions, and honor God’s name in speech and behavior. The call to reverence remains practical: approach God with humility, gather with community for worship, and let God’s holiness inform how you treat others—justice, mercy, and gentleness. Recognize that God’s covenant invites ongoing faithfulness, not occasional obedience. In moments of doubt about belonging or purpose, remember God’s redemptive love and the unwavering nature of his covenant.
Cross-References: Exodus 6:6-7; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 8:6-12; Revelation 4:8-11