Psalm 85:9
“Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 85Meaning
Reverence for God and the nearness of salvation frame the hope that divine glory will again characterize the community's life in the land.
Listening for peace and salvation
The psalmist listens for God's word of peace and affirms that salvation is near those who fear him.
Read carefully
Its immediate setting is Israel's covenant worship and communal restoration; modern applications require care rather than one-to-one identification.
Reflection
Let hope for God's presence deepen humility and obedience.