This reflection on Psalm 87 takes us on a journey through one of Scripture’s lesser-known treasures, revealing profound truths about God’s sovereign grace and His delight in fulfilling promises. At its heart, this message explores how Jerusalem—Zion—stands as a physical testament to God’s faithfulness, a city He chose and established not because of Israel’s greatness, but simply because He loved them. What makes this psalm particularly powerful is its radical inclusion of former enemies—Babylon, Egypt, Philistia—into God’s family. These were nations that enslaved, conquered, and opposed Israel, yet God declares them as citizens of Zion, changing their passports from ‘enemy’ to ‘beloved child.’ This stunning reversal mirrors our own story as Gentiles who were once far off but have been brought near through Christ’s blood. The sons of Korah writing this psalm adds another layer of beauty—descendants of a man whose rebellion was judged so severely that the earth swallowed him whole, yet his lineage was not destroyed. Instead, they became worship leaders singing about God’s forgiveness. This reminds us that no past is too dark, no sin too great, and no distance too far for God’s grace to reach. We find hope in knowing that God doesn’t just tolerate our inclusion—He delights in it, taking pleasure in rescuing those who are far off and making them His own.