What other scriptures highlight the importance of Zion in God's kingdom? The Root Verse: Psalm 87:5 “Indeed, of Zion it will be said: ‘This one and that one were born in her,’ and the Most High Himself will establish her.” Zion is not merely an ancient hill; Scripture treats it as God’s chosen headquarters for His kingdom program, past, present, and future. Below are key passages that echo and expand Psalm 87:5. Zion—God’s Chosen Dwelling • Psalm 132:13-14 — “For the LORD has chosen Zion… ‘This is My resting place forever and ever; here I will dwell…’” • Joel 3:16-17 — “Then you will know that I, the LORD your God, dwell in Zion, My holy mountain.” • Zechariah 8:2-3 — The LORD declares: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem… the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” Zion—Seat of the King • Psalm 2:6 — “But I have installed My King on Zion, upon My holy mountain.” • Psalm 110:2 — “The LORD extends Your mighty scepter from Zion: ‘Rule in the midst of Your enemies.’” • Micah 4:7 — “The LORD will reign over them in Mount Zion from that time and forever.” • Isaiah 24:23 — “The LORD of Hosts will reign on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem.” • Revelation 14:1 — “Then I looked and saw the Lamb standing on Mount Zion…” Zion—Source of the Word and Blessing to Nations • Isaiah 2:2-3 — “The law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.” • Micah 4:2 — Nations stream to Zion, seeking God’s ways and paths. • Psalm 48:2-3 — Mount Zion called “the joy of all the earth… God is in her citadels.” Zion—Birthplace of Kingdom Citizens • Psalm 87:5 (our root verse) — New citizens “born” in Zion. • Hebrews 12:22 — “You have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem.” • 1 Peter 2:6 — “See, I lay in Zion a chosen and precious cornerstone, and whoever believes in Him will never be put to shame.” Zion—Future Glory and Restoration • Isaiah 60:14 — “They will call you the City of the LORD, Zion of the Holy One of Israel.” • Isaiah 62:1-3 — Zion’s “salvation [shines] like a burning torch.” • Zephaniah 3:14-17 — “The LORD your God is among you… He will rejoice over you with gladness.” Zion—Eternal Security and Joy • Psalm 125:1 — “Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion; it cannot be moved; it abides forever.” • Isaiah 4:5-6 — A protective canopy of glory hovers over Zion. • Psalm 48:11-14 — Zion rejoices; “this God is our God forever and ever.” From Genesis to Revelation, Zion stands as God’s chosen stage for His covenant faithfulness, royal authority, gospel invitation, and future glory—just as Psalm 87:5 celebrates. |
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