Psalms 77:5

I have considered the days of old, the years of ancient times.

Lessons drawn from Scripture history

From the history of the Bible we may learn much concerning--

I. The character of God.

1. His wisdom.

2. His power.

3. His holiness and justice.

4. His goodness.

5. His faithfulness to His promises.

6. His unchangeableness.

II. The value of the blessings of redemption.

1. The greatness of the preparations made to obtain it.

2. The greatness of the sacrifice made to purchase it.

3. The greatness of the means used to proclaim it.

III. The condition, character, and fate of man.

1. In his natural state.

2. As redeemed.

(1) The way of salvation.

(2) The failings of the people of God.

(3) The sorrows and fears of the godly.

(4) The Christian’s reward. (W. Dickson.)