This sublime ode falls into three divisions. We learn, first, what God is. Strength in the day of “battle; song in victory; salvation: always. He is the God of our fathers, and our own; the mighty champion of-his people. Notice that the Spirit of Inspiration gives but a line or two to Israel’s murmurings, but

records this happy song with elaborate care. Praise is comely !

We discover, second, what God is to: ‘his foes. They are covered by the engulfing waves of destruction. As well might thorns fight fire as a man: succeed against God.

We are taught, third, what God does for his friends. He leads forth the people whom he has redeemed. He euides them in his strength to their home. He who brought them out brings them in, and plants them in the place he has prepared. Claim that he should do this for you. He who brought you out from Kg egypt can bring you into Canaan.