Psalms 68:15-16

The hill of Zion, though beautiful for situation, and the joy of the whole earth, became so for no other reason but because the Lord chose it for himself, and to place his church there. For as to the greatness of it, or the extent or loftiness of it, there was no comparison between Zion and the numberless other hills around. And was not this a beautiful similitude to the humble appearance of Zion's king? There was no beauty when we should see him, that we should desire him: as it was said of Zion by the enemy, so was it said of Zion's Lord. Is this Zion, whom no man seeketh after? Jeremiah 30:17; Psalms 48:2. Reader! do not overlook the instruction this scripture holds forth now; for Christ's church is as much despised, even by many who call themselves Christians, in the present hour, as in the day when this Psalm was written. But, sweet the thought! Here, saith the Lord, will I dwell forever. - See that rich string of promises, Psalms 132:13.