Psalms 14:7
Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.
Psalms 14:7
This verse expresses a longing for Israel’s salvation—“Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion!” The psalm heralds a future moment when God will restore captivity and bring rejoicing to Jacob and Israel. Zion stands as a symbol of God’s dwelling with His people, and the restoration speaks to both national deliverance and spiritual renewal. The broader psalm moves from indictment to hope, inviting God’s people to trust His deliverance and to celebrate His faithfulness when the people are restored.
The verse emphasizes God’s faithfulness to His covenant with Israel and, by extension, to all who belong to Him by faith. The language of Zion and restoration foreshadows Messianic expectations and the biblical arc toward full redemption in Christ. It frames salvation not merely as personal blessing but as communal restoration—a restored relationship with God that yields joy and gladness.
Today, you can translate this longing into practical hope and action: pray for and participate in the renewal of communities fractured by injustice, conflict, or estrangement. Celebrate small rescues—reconciliation in relationships, restored trust, or acts of mercy—as signs of God’s ongoing work. In personal life, cultivate a posture of hopeful patience, knowing that God’s redemptive plan often unfolds over time. If you feel discouraged about large-scale change, remember that God’s saving work begins in small, faithful steps in Zion—your local church, neighborhood, or social circle.
Cross-References
- Isaiah 52:9-10
- Psalm 126:1-3
- Romans 11:26-27
- Revelation 21:1-4
- Joel 2:28-32