Isaiah 46

REFLECTIONS UPON CHAP. XLVI.—Desolating strokes clearly manifest the vanity of idols. In every period of the Jewish church and nation God was their Protector, Supporter, and Deliverer: in every period of life he is such to every particular saint, and his former kindness ought to make us hope for further favours. It is only necessary to make use of our reason to observe the absurdity of idol worship; and it becomes us to ponder how wickedly we have acted, if we have joined in it. It is absurd to doubt of God’s existence, or to neglect revering his almighty power and Godhead, which are so manifest. Firmly fixed are his purposes, and exactly fulfilled in every dispensation of providence; the tumultuous capture of cities and overthrow of nations not excepted. But infinitely great is the mercy, that not the worst of plagues or wickedness can debar us from Jesus Christ and his offered salvation