Sermon: “Glorious Things Are Spoken of You”
Text: Psalms Psalm 87
Introduction
Psalm 87 is one of the shortest psalms, yet it contains a wonderful picture of God’s eternal purpose. It speaks of Zion, the city God loves, but it also points beyond the earthly Jerusalem to God’s spiritual kingdom, where people from every nation are welcomed through His grace.
This psalm reminds us that God’s family is not limited by nationality, background, wealth, or status. Those who belong to Him have a heavenly citizenship that can never be taken away.
God Chooses What He Loves
“The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.”
God chose Zion to reveal His presence. It was there the temple stood, where sacrifices were offered and where people came to worship.
Today, God’s dwelling is not confined to a building. Through the Lord Jesus Christ, He dwells among His people. The Church is made up of living stones, redeemed by His blood and built together into a spiritual house.
God delights to dwell with those who seek Him with humble hearts.
Glorious Things Are Spoken
“Glorious things are spoken of you, O city of God.”
The world often speaks of cities because of their wealth, power, or influence. God speaks of His city because of His holiness, mercy, and salvation.
The greatest glory of God’s people is not their achievements but the presence of God among them.
When God speaks over His people, He calls them forgiven, redeemed, accepted, and loved.
A Place for Every Nation
One of the most remarkable truths in Psalm 87 is that nations once considered strangers are now counted among God’s people.
Egypt…
Babylon…
Philistia…
Tyre…
Ethiopia…
Each is mentioned as being born in Zion.
This points forward to the Gospel. Through Jesus Christ, people from every tribe, language, and nation become citizens of God’s kingdom.
Salvation is offered freely to everyone who believes.
The cross has removed every barrier between Jew and Gentile, rich and poor, young and old.
Our True Citizenship
This world is not our permanent home.
Our passports may identify our earthly nationality, but our greatest citizenship is in Heaven.
When we trust Christ, our names are written in God’s book.
No government can erase that record.
No enemy can remove that citizenship.
No death can cancel God’s promise.
Our future is secure because it rests in God’s grace.
The Lord Knows His Own
“The LORD shall count… This one was born there.”
God knows every one of His children personally.
He knows our names.
He knows our struggles.
He knows our tears.
He knows our future.
The greatest birth is not merely our physical birth but our spiritual birth through faith in Christ.
Jesus told Nicodemus,
“Ye must be born again.”
That new birth gives us eternal life.
Joy Flows from God’s Presence
The psalm ends with singers and musicians rejoicing together.
“All my springs are in you.”
Every blessing we possess flows from God.
Our hope comes from Him.
Our strength comes from Him.
Our peace comes from Him.
Our forgiveness comes from Him.
Our salvation comes from Him.
Like fresh springs in a dry land, God continually refreshes His people.
Conclusion
Psalm 87 lifts our eyes from earth to eternity.
It reminds us that God’s kingdom includes people from every nation who have trusted in Christ.
It tells us that our true identity is found in Him.
It assures us that God knows every one of His children.
And it teaches us that every blessing we enjoy has its source in the Lord.
When the world searches for identity, remember this glorious truth:
If you belong to Jesus Christ, your name is written in Heaven, your home is prepared, and your King reigns forever.
May we live each day as joyful citizens of God’s eternal kingdom, giving Him all the praise, honour, and glory. Amen.
GOD IS A GOOD GOD
GOD KNOWS, GOD LOVES, GOD CARES
Written for georgeswebministries
1 July 2026