02.076. Psalm 76

Psalms 76:1-12 To the chief Musician on Neginoth,
A Psalm or Song of Asaph. This psalm is like to Psalms 48:1-14, and was penned on occasion of some remarkable victory; but whether in the days of David, Asa, Jehoshaphat, or Hezekiah (1 Chronicles 14:1-15, 2 Chronicles 20:1-37, 2 Chronicles 32:1-33), is uncertain. We have in it, (1.) Encouraging congratulations of the church’s happiness, in having God so manifested in her, and so near unto her; and in having his power so employed in her behalf, to the advancement of his own glory, and the destruction of her enemies, Psalms 76:1-6. (2.) Important instructions how to improve this victory, to the terror of enemies, the comfort of saints, and the excitement of all to vow to God, and to obey and revere him, Psalms 76:7-12.

While I sing this psalm, let my soul bless the Lord, that my lot hath been always cast in a land of gospel light. Let me, with thankful heart, remember what he hath done for this church and land; and give him the praise of every deliverance. Let me never fear the rage of men; but in every danger and doubt commit my way to God, that he may bring it to pass.