CONTENTS This is another of the Hallelujah psalms, wherein is described the blessedness of the perfect man, in himself and seed; with all the effects resulting from his righteousness. Psalms 112:1 To whom shall we direct our view for the character here described, but to the ever-blessed Jesus? Of... [ Continue Reading ]
If the Reader wishes, as well he may, to know who are the seed of this blessed man, let him consult Galatians 3:29. And if he wishes to know also what blessings they are entitled to, let him further consult the word of God in such scriptures as these: Genesis 12:3, compared with Galatians 3:8; Isaia... [ Continue Reading ]
The best comment upon this verse is what Christ, under the character of Wisdom (a well-known title of Christ) saith, Proverbs 8:21; 1 Corinthians 1:24.... [ Continue Reading ]
If we read these verses, first, as spoken of Christ; and, second/y, in him, as having respect to all his people; we shall he sure to include all the views which may be taken of them, and they will then afford a sweet savour of Jesus in the soul. Whoever goes over the life and ministry of Christ, in... [ Continue Reading ]
An awful verse, this! But oh! how tremendously awful when fulfilled. The seed of the serpent, all along, are thus described. John 8:44. And, Reader, do remark the dreadful punishment, in the desire of the wicked perishing. The very desire of such, be it what it may, shall be their misery. Oh! who ca... [ Continue Reading ]