Psalms 57:9-11

I will praise Thee, O Lord, among the people.

Exemplary praise

I. Its theme. Mercy and truth.

1. The blessings which flow from them reach to all men.

2. They are worthy of the unreserved confidence of all men.

II. The spirit of its offerer.

1. Strong confidence in God.

2. Fervent gratitude and reverent admiration towards God.

III. Its enthusiasm. Seen in his resolution to praise God--

1. With the noblest powers of his being.

2. With choice instrumental accompaniment.

3. With affectionate zeal.

IV. Its sphere. Universal.

V. Its imperfection (Psalms 57:5). Our most reverent and most enthusiastic praise is inadequate to so sublime and glorious a theme. (Anon.).

Psalms 58:1