Elihu
concludes his discourse (in Job 37) with some great sayings concerning the
glory of God. Light always is, but is not always to be seen. When clouds come
between, the sun is darkened in the clear day. The light of God's favour shines
ever towards his faithful servants, though it be not always seen. Sins are
clouds, and often hinder us from seeing that bright light which is in the face
of God. Also, as to those thick clouds of sorrow which often darken our minds,
the Lord hath a wind which passes and clears them away. What is that wind? It
is his Holy Spirit. As the wind dispels and sweeps away the clouds which are
gathered in the air, so the Spirit of God clears our souls from the clouds and
fogs of ignorance and unbelief, of sin and lust. From all these clouds the Holy
Spirit of God frees us in the work of regeneration. And from all the clouds
which trouble our consciences, the Holy Spirit sets us free in the work of
consolation. With God is terrible
majesty. Sooner or later all men shall fear Him.
No comments:
Post a Comment