Psalms 28:9
Save thy people, and bless thine inheritance: feed them also, and lift them up for ever.
Psalms 28:9
“Save thy people, and bless thine inheritance: feed them also, and lift them up for ever.” This closing verse of the psalm pleads for comprehensive care: salvation (save), blessing (bless), nourishment (feed), and elevation (lift up) “for ever.” The words echo covenant language—God’s people as inheritance—emphasizing God’s faithful stewardship of his covenant community. The imagery of feeding evokes provision and sustenance, while “lift them up” suggests honor, protection, and enduring endurance. The psalm thus ends with a broad request for ongoing, faithful care that sustains the people in safety, growth, and blessing before God.
Theologically, the verse centers God’s role as shepherd and covenant keeper: saving, blessing, feeding, and uplifting align with God’s purposes for flourishing. It recognizes the communal dimension of salvation—God’s saving acts are not merely personal, but for the life of the people and their future generations. The “forever” element anchors the hope of eternal or enduring blessing within God’s unchanging character.
Application: pray for the welfare of your church, family, and community as a whole. Seek ways to serve those in need—feeding the hungry, supporting families, and mentoring the young. Consider acts of generosity and ongoing leadership that sustain the community long-term. Let gratitude for God’s provision translate into practical stewardship: budgeting, volunteering, and supporting ministries that heal and uplift. Pray for lasting, transformative blessing that extends beyond personal comfort to the common good.
Cross-References: Deuteronomy 7:6; Psalm 23:1-3; Jeremiah 31:10-14; 1 Peter 2:9