Psalms 27

REFLECTIONS UPON PSALM XXVII.—Happy are they to whom Jesus Christ is an effectual instructor, Saviour, strengthener, and quickener! He is at once the source, the price, the means, the matter, and the bestower, of all our spiritual and eternal blessings. Where faith in him, through his word, keeps strong and steady, no enemies or dangers can make us either to fear or faint. To live near him, and to behold his and his Father’s glory, in ordinances here and in heaven above, is the pleasure, the protection, the honour, of a saint, and the matter of his thankful praise. Nothing can be dearer to his heart than divine encouragements to intimate the gracious fellowship with God. A sense of his favour is the greatest help and comfort under manifold troubles and wants. His instructions direct to safe and honourable walking amidst the most malignant enemies. And, though all men should forsake us, or even hate us, it is enough if he love and support us. Faith in his promises and characters will keep us from fainting amidst raging lusts, powerful temptations and distresses, and enemies unnumbered. And, the more of his goodness we experience in waiting for him, the more we should encourage others to patient expectations of his grace